Hummingbird Caramel Apples Recipe

Name: Hummingbird Caramel Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 wooden craft sticks; 9 small apples; 1 cup sugar; 1/4 cup light-colored corn syrup; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 cup half-and-half; 1/2 cup light coconut milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/3 cup dried pineapple; 1/3 cup toasted pecans; 1/2 cup toasted flaked sweetened coconut

Servings: persons

8 wooden craft sticks
9 small apples
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup light-colored corn syrup
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup light coconut milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup dried pineapple
1/3 cup toasted pecans
1/2 cup toasted flaked sweetened coconut

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Push a wooden craft stick into the top of each apple.
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Bring sugar, corn syrup, and water to a boil in a medium, heavy saucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves.
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Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Cook, without stirring, 9 minutes or until lightly golden (about 260).
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Stir half-and-half, coconut milk, vanilla, and salt into caramel mixture.
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Simmer until candy thermometer registers 235, stirring frequently.2.
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Combine dried pineapple and pecans in a food processor; pulse.
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Combine pineapple mixture and coconut in a large bowl.3.
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Pour caramel into a bowl sitting in a hot water bath.
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Swirl bottom halves of apples in caramel; dip in pineapple mixture.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 8 wooden craft sticks, 9 small apples, 1 cup sugar, 1/4 cup light-colored corn syrup, and more.

Yes, Hummingbird Caramel Apples falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hummingbird Caramel Apples

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Variations & substitutions

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