Sliced Caramel Apple Sticks

Wait for the caramel to stop bubbling.

Sliced caramel apple sticks.

These sliced caramel apples can be made the day before and left in your fridge on wax paper until you need them the next day. Place the apple slices on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Then hold an apple slice by the stick and scoop sauce up with it. I can t believe it s been 2 years since i first shared this recipe for caramel apple slices.

Cut thick apple slices so the stick stays secure in the slice. Using a paring knife make a small cut onto the bottom of each apple slice. Depending on the size of the apples and whether or not you choose to use the core section you should be able to get two to four good sized apple shaped slices from each apple. Caramel will not stick well to the flesh of the apple because of the natural moisture so dipping the whole apple first ensures a thick coating of caramel on the skin of each slice.

Place the peanut butter in a microwave safe glass measuring cup. Approximately 1 2 3 4 inch thick works great. Slice your apples about 1 2 3 4 of an inch thick and insert the sticks. Treat your entire family to a candy apple dessert with these easy caramel apple slices that may be even better than lollipops.

Place apples upright on a cutting board and cut into 1 2 to 3 4 slices. All you will need to make these chocolate turtle apple slices is 2 large apples 3 1 2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 cup melted caramels and chopped pecans. Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Put a stick into each apple slice.

You can also add chopped pecans or sprinkles to yours for more fun. An apple slicer is essential to slicing caramel apples with ease and little mess. Keeping it simple is always the best way to go when possible. You may need to tilt your pan to make the sauce deep enough to coat the apple slice.

And i love that there are just 5 ingredients in this recipe. Caramel apple slices are my kind of lollipop. Dipping these into all of your favorite toppings are going to be just as fun as eating them. Just don t forget to note the 5 tips below.

It s not going to really stick to the bottom of the slice but will adhere to the top if you scoop lots. Spread the peanut butter generously across each apple and place into the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes for the peanut butter to set. Microwave in increments of 30 seconds until the peanut butter is warm and can easily be spread on the apple slices.