Cutest Caramel Apple Toppings (Ready-to-Print Version)
Customize caramel apple toppings with chocolate chips, nuts, and candies for a fun fall treat.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dips
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Caramel bits, 1 cup
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Milk chocolate chips, 1 cup
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White chocolate chips, 1 cup
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Reese’s peanut butter cups, chopped, 1 cup
→ Apples
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Granny Smith apples, sliced, 4 medium
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Honeycrisp apples, sliced, 4 medium
→ Toppings
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Sprinkles, 1/2 cup
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Heath toffee bits, 1/2 cup
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Crushed pretzels, 1/2 cup
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Crushed pecans, 1/2 cup
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Mini marshmallows, 1/2 cup
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Mini M&Ms, 1/2 cup
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Wash, core, and slice Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples into even wedges. Arrange sliced apples in serving cauldrons or bowls.
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Microwave caramel bits, milk chocolate chips, and white chocolate chips separately in 10-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and melted.
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Pour melted dips into butter warmers and light the warmers to keep sauces warm and prevent hardening during service.
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Distribute toppings such as sprinkles, Heath toffee bits, crushed pretzels, crushed pecans, mini marshmallows, and mini M&Ms into mini cauldrons placed in front of the butter warmers.
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Invite guests to dip apple slices into their choice of warm caramel or chocolate sauces and customize with assorted toppings.
# Handy Tips:
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To keep apple slices from browning, lightly brush them with lemon juice just before serving.
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Melt sauces just before serving to maintain optimal warmth and texture.
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Store leftover toppings at room temperature in sealed containers; refrigerate sauces in airtight containers.
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Apple slices can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.