Ghoulish Caramel Apples Recipe

Name: Ghoulish Caramel Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large tart apples; 4 Popsicle sticks; 4 orange candy slices; 1 piece black rope licorice; 1 piece red rope licorice; 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut; 3 drops green food coloring, optional; 1 package (14 ounces) caramels; 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream; 8 Skittles bite-size candies; 1 tube decorating icing in color of your choice, optional; 4 gumdrops

Servings: persons

4 large tart apples
4 Popsicle sticks
4 orange candy slices
1 piece black rope licorice
1 piece red rope licorice
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
3 drops green food coloring, optional
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
8 Skittles bite-size candies
1 tube decorating icing in color of your choice, optional
4 gumdrops

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Line a
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with waxed paper and grease the paper; set aside. Wash and thoroughly dry apples. Insert a Popsicle stick into the top of each; set aside.
3
For eyes, cut candy slices horizontally in half. For eyebrows, cut black licorice in half lengthwise; cut each half into four 2-in. pieces. For mouths, cut red licorice into sixteen 1/4-in. pieces. For hair, tint coconut with food coloring if desired.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, heat caramels and cream, uncovered, on high for 1 minute; stir. Microwave 30-45 seconds longer or until melted; stir until smooth.
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Dip one apple into caramel mixture, turning to coat. Place on prepared pan. Immediately decorate face with candy slices and licorice pieces. For eyes, press Skittles into caramel below candy slices or attach to candy slices with decorating icing if desired. For nose, press a gumdrop into caramel. Sprinkle coconut on top for hair. Repeat with remaining apples, rewarming caramel mixture if needed.

305

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Protein

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* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large tart apples, 4 Popsicle sticks, 4 orange candy slices, 1 piece black rope licorice, and more.

Yes, Ghoulish Caramel Apples falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Ghoulish Caramel Apples

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