Ingredients
4–6 firm, tart apples
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon water
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
Flaky sea salt
Melted semisweet or white chocolate
Instructions
1-Prepare the apples: Wash, dry, core, and hollow out the apples leaving 1/4-inch walls, then brush with lemon water and wipe dry.
2-Make the caramel: Cook sugar, corn syrup, and water to 230°F (soft-ball stage), then gradually stir in heavy cream, butter, and salt until smooth.
3-Cool and fill the apples: Let caramel cool 10-15 minutes, fill apple cavities just below the rim, and refrigerate on a parchment-lined sheet for at least 20 minutes.
4-Slice and serve: Coat knife with cooking spray, cut chilled apples into 1/2-inch rings at room temperature, and optionally sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
Last Step:
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🍏 Pick apples that feel heavy for their size and skip any with soft spots, bruises, or cuts to ensure sturdy shells.
⏱️ Work efficiently once apples are hollowed to minimize oxidation and browning of the exposed fruit.
🌡️ Use a reliable candy thermometer to hit the exact 230°F temperature for caramel that sets firm enough to slice but stays tender to eat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chilling Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple (4-5 slices)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 12
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 15