🍏 Sheet Pan Caramel Apples
(Fall Favorite — Sweet, Crunchy, and Fun to Make)
No wonder your family requests these every year! This recipe is easy, customizable, and perfect for fall gatherings. Here’s a slightly detailed version with tips to make them extra magical.
đź›’ Ingredients (4 large apples)
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4 large apples, sliced into thin wedges
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1 cup caramel sauce
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½ cup chocolate chips, melted
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ÂĽ cup chopped peanuts (or your favorite nuts)
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ÂĽ cup mini marshmallows
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ÂĽ cup sprinkles (optional)
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ÂĽ cup crushed graham crackers (optional)
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ÂĽ tsp sea salt (optional, for garnish)
🔪 Step 1: Prepare the Apples
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Wash and dry the apples.
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Slice into thin wedges, removing the core.
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Arrange apple slices in a single layer on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
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Tip: Make sure slices aren’t overlapping so toppings stick evenly.
🍮 Step 2: Drizzle the Caramel
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Heat caramel sauce in the microwave for 15–20 seconds until soft and pourable.
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Drizzle evenly over apple slices.
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Optional: Use a spoon or a piping bag for more control.
🍫 Step 3: Add Chocolate
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Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
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Drizzle melted chocolate over the caramel apples in thin, decorative lines.
🌰 Step 4: Decorate
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Sprinkle chopped peanuts, mini marshmallows, sprinkles, and crushed graham crackers over the apples while chocolate and caramel are still soft.
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Optional: lightly sprinkle sea salt for a sweet-salty contrast.
⏳ Step 5: Set & Serve
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