Caramel Apples and Pears Recipe

Name: Caramel Apples and Pears
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 natural licorice sticks, cinnamon sticks, or bamboo skewers, each 6-inches long; 6 Lady apples, stems removed; 6 Seckel pears, stems removed; 2 cups granola; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 cup dark corn syrup; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 3 tablespoons water; 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter; 1 cup heavy cream

Servings: persons

12 natural licorice sticks, cinnamon sticks, or bamboo skewers, each 6-inches long
6 Lady apples, stems removed
6 Seckel pears, stems removed
2 cups granola
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup dark corn syrup
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 tablespoons water
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream

1
Insert a licorice stick, cinnamon stick, or bamboo skewer into the stem end of each apple and pear.
2
Spread the granola on a baking sheet; reserve.
3
Have ready 1 or more cooling racks or a large sheet of parchment paper for cooling the caramel fruits.
4
In a saucepan over low heat, combine the sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and water.
5
Cook, stirring, until the sugar melts.
6
Add the butter and cream, raise the heat to medium-high, and bring to a boil.
7
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the caramel registers 240 degrees F on a candy thermometer, about 10 minutes.
8
Remove from the heat and let cool for 2 minutes.
9
One at a time, dip the apples and pears in the caramel, twirling and swirling them to coat completely.
10
Dip the tops in the granola to coat them, then transfer to the cooling rack or the parchment paper to cool.
11
As the apples and pears cool, the caramel will set.
12
Store the caramel apples and pears, wrapped in cellophane if desired, in a cool, dry place until ready to serve or up to 2 days.

1351

kcal

Calories

Fat

322

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 natural licorice sticks, cinnamon sticks, or bamboo skewers, each 6-inches long, 6 Lady apples, stems removed, 6 Seckel pears, stems removed, 2 cups granola, and more.

Yes, Caramel Apples and Pears falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Caramel Apples and Pears

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