Apple Caramel Bombs
A sweet treat combining crisp apples, rich caramel, and chocolate.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
For the Caramel
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter cubed
- ½ cup heavy cream at room temperature
- ½ teaspoon sea salt optional, for salted caramel
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
For Assembly
- 4 large firm apples Honeycrisp or Granny Smith recommended
- 8 oz dark or milk chocolate bars or chips
- chopped nuts pecans, walnuts, or almonds
Optional toppings
- crushed cookies
- toffee bits
- mini chocolate chips
- caramel drizzle
- sea salt flakes
- sprinkles
Instructions
- Make the caramel by melting sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until golden.
- Add butter and stir until melted, then slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring.
- Remove from heat and mix in sea salt and vanilla extract if using. Let cool slightly.
- Core apples and fill the centers with caramel.
- Melt chocolate and dip each apple, then roll in chopped nuts or other toppings.
- Place on parchment paper and let set before serving.
Notes
Use firm apples to prevent them from becoming too soft. Store in the refrigerator if not serving immediately.