Description
Easy Sheet Pan Caramel Apples transform the classic fall treat into a shareable dessert. Thin apple slices get coated in caramel and covered with your favorite toppings on a single sheet pan. Ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 to 5 large apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady)
- 13.5 oz caramel dip (about 1 cup)
- Mini chocolate candies (for topping)
- Crushed sandwich cookies (for topping)
- Chopped peanuts (for topping)
- Chocolate chips (for topping)
- Rainbow sprinkles (for topping)
- Raisins (for topping)
Instructions
- Wash, dry, and thinly slice apples into 1/4 inch rounds. Pat the slices dry again.
- Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Arrange apple slices on the pan in neat, slightly overlapping rows.
- Heat the caramel dip in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring until smooth and pourable.
- Pour the warm caramel evenly over the apple slices.
- Use a spatula to gently spread the caramel over all slices.
- Immediately add your favorite toppings while the caramel is warm, dividing the pan into sections for different toppings.
- Sprinkle toppings generously and press lightly so they stick.
- Refrigerate the sheet pan for 15 to 30 minutes to set the caramel and chill the apples.
- Remove from the refrigerator and serve immediately.
Notes
- Dry apple slices thoroughly; moisture prevents caramel from sticking.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for better flavor balance against the sweet caramel.
- Heat caramel slowly to avoid burning and maintain a smooth texture.
- Add toppings immediately while the caramel is warm for secure adhesion.
- Use a sharp knife for uniform slice thickness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; best eaten within 24 hours.
- This dessert is not suitable for freezing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Sheet Pan Assembly
- Cuisine: American