Dessert for 10
Caramel Apples
Dip chilled apples into warm salted caramel for a simple dessert with a smooth coating that sets as it cools.
Typical price
$7.75for 4 servings
$1.94 per serving$7.75 for 4
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- 30 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 10servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Apples$1.79/lb typical | 7.5 lb | $13.43Typical price |
| Marshmallows and candy$0.25/oz typical | 22 oz | $5.50Typical price |
| Heavy cream$0.22/oz typical | 2 oz | $0.46Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $19.38 | |
Ingredients
- 10 apples
- 10 apple sticks or skewers for apples
- 22 oz caramels
- 4 tbsp heavy whipping cream
- 1 pinch salt
Steps
- Wash and dry the apples completely, then push one stick into the stem end of each apple.
- Melt the caramels, cream, and salt in a medium saucepan over low heat for eight minutes, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each apple into the warm caramel and turn it to coat evenly.
- Place the apples stick-side up on a lightly oiled parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the apples for ten minutes, until the caramel is firm.
Swaps
- Heavy cream for Evaporated or condensed milkabout $0.08/oz less at typical prices
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