How fun are these?????
I happen to be a HUGE fan of caramel apples. But as my friends and I discussed at a local Apple Festival this year — caramel apples seem so much more enjoyable (and easier to bite into!) when the apples are sliced instead of whole. So when I saw this recipe recently in “Taste of Home”, I knew I had to give it a try!
But in addition to topping the apples with caramel, they also suggest melting some marshmallows for an extra sweet drizzle, and then sprinkling them with chocolate chips and chopped peanuts. I ended up taking a shortcut and just using caramel sauce (like you buy for ice cream) instead of unwrapping and melting a bag of caramels. But chose to stick with their simple topping ingredients, since those happen to be favorites. If you want to branch out, though, I’ve included a list of other fun topping ideas below.
Let’s just say — I think this was my speediest photography job yet. Click. Click. Eat. YUM. :)
Apple Nachos
Ingredients
- 5 medium tart apples (I used Granny Smith), peeled, cored and sliced very thin
- juice of 1-2 lemons
- 1 jar caramel sauce (or melt together 36 caramels and 1 Tbsp. water in microwave)
- 30 large marshmallows
- 1/3 cup butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts, walnuts or pecans
- 1/2 cup miniature chocolate chips
Instructions
- After slicing the apples, immediately dip them in lemon juice (or give them a good sprinkle) so that they do not brown. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt marshmallows and butter over medium heat, stirring frequently. Remove and set aside.
- Arrange apple slices on a large platter. Drizzle with caramel, and then with the melted marshmallow mixture. Sprinkle with peanuts and chocolate chips. Serve immediately while the caramel is still warm.
Notes
Did you make this?Let me know how it turned out in the comments below!
Ali’s Tip:
Other fun toppings for these might include:
- Heath Bar (toffee) chocolate chips
- shredded coconut
- crushed pretzels
- sprinkles
- melted peanut butter and chocolate mixture
This is a genius idea! Sounds so delicious!!
I must make these. I bet it would be delicious with dehydrated apples too! Crispy and delicious!
Oh, I saw these too, and think the idea is so much fun. :)
I just discovered your site from The Kitchn. LOVE IT!. I used to travel to KC every week when I worked for Houlihan’s. I miss my shopping sprees on The Plaza.
My favorite way to eat a caramel apple is on a stick where it gets really messy and the juicy apple starts dripping everywhere! I like caramel rolled in peanuts. Sweet, salty, juicy, crunchy goodness.
Yum! Those look delicious!
This looks so gooooood, marshmallows are my favorite!
Yum! Can’t wait to try!
I love this idea! Perfect and creative way for a great treat that looks super delicious too! My favorite way to enjoy caramel apples are at a picinc with my husband!
You have such creative apple ideas! I would have never thought about this! I definitely think a melted nut butter would be a great addition!
caramel apple lollipops!