Candy Apple Creations

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Candy Apple Creations
45 min.
8
479kcal

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If you're looking to indulge in a deliciously fun and festive treat, these Candy Apple Creations are the perfect choice! Bursting with rich caramel, crunchy peanuts, and a touch of white chocolate, these apples offer a mouthwatering twist on a classic dessert. They're not only gluten-free, making them a great option for those with dietary restrictions, but they're also easy to prepare, taking just 45 minutes to make.

Imagine biting into a crisp Red Delicious apple, its natural sweetness perfectly complemented by the smooth, gooey caramel that coats it. The added decorations—whether it’s chopped peanuts, assorted candies, or white chocolate morsels—make each bite a delightful surprise, while the festive ribbon on the craft sticks gives them a playful, decorative touch.

Perfect for a party, a family gathering, or just a fun treat for yourself, these Candy Apple Creations are sure to impress. With eight servings, they’re great for sharing or saving for later. Whether you enjoy them as an after-dinner dessert or a sweet snack, they’ll certainly satisfy your craving for something sweet and crunchy. So why not gather the ingredients and create these beautiful, scrumptious candy apples today? You’ll be glad you did!

Ingredients

  • 28 ounce individually wrapped caramels 
  • servings chocolate chips white assorted chopped
  •  delicious apples red
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • sticks frangelico (6-inch)

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • wax paper

Directions

  1. Wash and dry apples. Insert wooden twig or craft stick into stem of apples; set aside.
  2. Combine caramels and water in a heavy saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until caramels melt.
  3. Remove caramel mixture from heat.
  4. Dip apples in caramel mixture, covering apples completely. (Spoon caramel mixture over bare spots, if necessary.) Scrape excess caramel from bottoms of apples; roll bottoms in chopped peanuts, white chocolate morsels, or assorted candies. Decorate craft sticks with ribbon, if desired.
  5. Place apples on wax paper coated with cooking spray. Store in refrigerator.
  6. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes before serving to allow caramel to soften.

Nutrition Facts

Calories479kcal
Protein4.02%
Fat15.39%
Carbs80.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.88
Glycemic Load
56.71
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.6739130175632%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.86mg
Peonidin
0.04mg
Catechin
2.37mg
Epigallocatechin
0.47mg
Epicatechin
13.7mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.35mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Quercetin
7.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:479.06kcal
23.95%
Fat:8.67g
13.33%
Saturated Fat:2.71g
16.91%
Carbohydrates:102.11g
34.04%
Net Carbohydrates:97.74g
35.54%
Sugar:84.51g
93.9%
Cholesterol:7.16mg
2.39%
Sodium:246.19mg
10.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.1g
10.19%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.89%
Fiber:4.37g
17.48%
Calcium:150.06mg
15.01%
Phosphorus:134.89mg
13.49%
Potassium:409.94mg
11.71%
Vitamin C:8.77mg
10.64%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.92%
Vitamin B5:0.73mg
7.32%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.54%
Magnesium:26.16mg
6.54%
Vitamin K:5.88µg
5.6%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.29%
Vitamin B12:0.3µg
5.05%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.73%
Zinc:0.52mg
3.45%
Copper:0.07mg
3.44%
Vitamin A:140.25IU
2.81%
Selenium:1.83µg
2.62%
Folate:9.5µg
2.37%
Iron:0.36mg
2%
Vitamin B3:0.32mg
1.6%
Source:My Recipes