Mini Caramel Apples Recipe

Unleash your inner child with this adorable mini caramel apple recipe! Perfect for kids' parties, holiday gatherings, or a fun weekend activity. This recipe, adapted from a family favorite, uses a melon baller to create bite-sized apple spheres, which are then dipped in melted chocolate, butterscotch, or peanut butter chips and customized with your favorite toppings. Get creative with sprinkles, nuts, coconut, and more! Makes approximately 8 mini apples from one Granny Smith apple. Prepare for a delicious and unforgettable treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 306.5 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Mini Caramel Apples

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How to Make Mini Caramel Apples

  1. Sharpen one end of each lollipop stick by carefully cutting it at an angle.
  2. Using a melon baller, scoop out small balls of Granny Smith apple, ensuring a small portion of apple peel remains attached to each ball.
  3. Gently insert half of a lollipop stick into the peel of each apple ball. Pat the apples dry with a paper towel.
  4. Melt 1 cup butterscotch chips, ½ cup peanut butter chips, and 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips according to package directions. (You can use only one type of chips or create your own combinations)
  5. Dip each mini-apple into the melted chips, swirling to coat. Immediately roll in your desired toppings (sprinkles, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, etc.).
  6. Place the mini apples in small paper candy cups or cupcake liners to set and cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

100g

Fat

66g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mini Caramel Apples?

Mini Caramel Apples takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mini Caramel Apples?

Mini Caramel Apples has approximately 306.5 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 29 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mini Caramel Apples?

The key ingredients for Mini Caramel Apples are Granny Smith Apples, Butterscotch Chips, Peanut Butter Chips, Milk Chocolate Pieces, Candy Sprinkles, Coconut. See the full list with measurements above.

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