Description
Caramel Apple Pops are the perfect festive treat that brings together the crispness of fresh Gala apples and the rich indulgence of chocolate and caramel. These delightful bite-sized desserts are easy to make, beautifully presented on lollipop sticks, and can be customized with a variety of toppings like crunchy nuts, colorful sprinkles, and sparkling sugar. They make for a fun dessert at parties or a sweet surprise in lunchboxes. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create these delicious treats that will impress friends and family alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium Gala apples
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate melting wafers
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons assorted sprinkles
- 2 tablespoons coarse sugar or caramel bits
- 12 wooden lollipop sticks
Instructions
- Wash and core the apples, then cut them into 1-inch chunks. Insert a lollipop stick into each chunk and chill on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 15 minutes.
- Melt 10 ounces of chocolate wafers in a microwave-safe bowl using 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Dip each apple chunk into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off before placing them back on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle warmed caramel sauce over the chocolate-coated pops while still wet.
- Decorate with your choice of toppings: chopped peanuts, sprinkles, or coarse sugar.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until set before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg