Caramel Apple Slices (Ready-to-Print Version)

Crisp apples drizzled with caramel and chocolate for a simple, delicious treat.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruits

01 - 4 medium Granny Smith apples

→ Caramel

02 - 16 ounces caramel bits (approximately 1 ½ bags)
03 - 2 tablespoons water

→ Chocolate Drizzle

04 - ⅔ cup milk or white chocolate chips
05 - 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Wash apples thoroughly, pat dry, and slice into 1-inch thick rounds, removing the core.
02 - Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
03 - Combine caramel bits and water in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals while stirring until fully melted.
04 - Arrange apple slices on prepared baking sheets, spoon melted caramel evenly over each slice, and allow to set.
05 - In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and vegetable oil; microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until smooth and melted.
06 - Drizzle melted chocolate over set caramel on apple slices and allow to firm.
07 - Carefully peel slices from parchment paper, trimming excess caramel if necessary, and serve immediately.

# Handy Tips:

01 - To prevent browning, soak apple slices briefly in lemon or lime juice if preparing in advance.
02 - Washing apples to remove wax coating enhances caramel adhesion.
03 - Ensure apple slices are completely dry before applying caramel to improve sticking.