Caramel Apple Cracker Candy

Health score
1%
Caramel Apple Cracker Candy
100 min.
24
230kcal

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If you're looking for a unique and delicious dessert, then look no further than this Caramel Apple Cracker Candy! This sweet treat is a delightful twist on traditional caramel apples, combining the flavors of cinnamon, brown sugar, and walnuts with the crunch of graham crackers. With a prep time of just over an hour and a half, you'll be able to serve up a batch of these candies in no time.

The recipe yields a generous 24 servings, making it perfect for sharing at parties or as a special treat for the family. Each piece is packed with flavor and has a satisfying crunch, thanks to the combination of graham crackers and walnuts. The caramel-flavored apple chips add a delightful fruity note, while the coarse salt provides a subtle savory contrast.

With a calorie count of 230 per serving, this dessert is a satisfying treat without being overly indulgent. The caloric breakdown shows a good balance of protein, fat, and carbs, ensuring you get a well-rounded snack. So, if you're craving something sweet and unique, give this Caramel Apple Cracker Candy a try! It's a fun and flavorful dessert that's sure to impress your taste buds.

Ingredients

  • 20  graham crackers 
  • 1.5 cups brown sugar packed
  • 1.3 cups butter 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • cup walnut pieces chopped
  • 2.5 oz individually wrapped caramels crushed
  • 0.1 teaspoon kosher salt (coarse)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Line 17x12-inch half-sheet pan with foil. Arrange graham crackers in single layer in pan, slightly overlapping.
  2. In 2-quart saucepan, heat brown sugar and butter to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla.
  4. Pour mixture over graham crackers, spreading to coat evenly.
  5. Sprinkle with walnuts.
  6. Bake 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F.
  7. Bake 10 minutes longer or until lightly browned and bubbly. Immediately sprinkle with apple chips and salt. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until candy is hardened. Break into pieces. Store tightly covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories230kcal
Protein3.08%
Fat53.79%
Carbs43.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.63
Glycemic Load
7.83
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
2.7734782705488%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:230.37kcal
11.52%
Fat:14.1g
21.7%
Saturated Fat:2.53g
15.8%
Carbohydrates:25.45g
8.48%
Net Carbohydrates:24.72g
8.99%
Sugar:18.1g
20.11%
Cholesterol:0.21mg
0.07%
Sodium:211.68mg
9.2%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.16%
100%
Protein:1.82g
3.63%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.8%
Vitamin A:425.12IU
8.5%
Phosphorus:47.08mg
4.71%
Copper:0.09mg
4.41%
Magnesium:16.7mg
4.18%
Iron:0.73mg
4.03%
Calcium:33.05mg
3.31%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.16%
Fiber:0.72g
2.89%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.79%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.76%
Folate:10.52µg
2.63%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.63%
Vitamin B3:0.52mg
2.59%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.31%
Potassium:71.97mg
2.06%