Candy Apple Peanut Butter Drizzle (Printable)

Crisp apples coated in caramel and drizzled with peanut butter for a delightful, easy-to-make treat.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 4 large crisp apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp

→ Caramel Coating

02 - 1 cup soft caramel candies, unwrapped
03 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream

→ Peanut Butter Drizzle

04 - 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
05 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter

→ Toppings

06 - 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
07 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
08 - Sea salt for sprinkling

# How To Make It:

01 - Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Slice each apple into 1/2-inch thick rounds, removing seeds and cores. Pat slices dry with paper towels to help caramel adhere.
02 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the apple slices in a single layer.
03 - In a small saucepan over low heat, melt caramel candies with heavy cream, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat.
04 - Dip or spoon caramel over one side of each apple slice, spreading evenly. Place coated slices back on the parchment-lined tray.
05 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter and coconut oil. Microwave in 15-second bursts, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
06 - Drizzle the peanut butter mixture over the caramel-coated apple slices.
07 - Immediately sprinkle with desired toppings including peanuts, chocolate chips, and sea salt.
08 - Chill in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes to set before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're ready in under 20 minutes, so you can actually make them on a whim instead of planning dessert days in advance.
  • The combination of crisp apple, warm caramel, and creamy peanut butter hits every texture and flavor craving at once.
  • You can customize the toppings endlessly, so it feels like you're creating something new each time.
02 -
  • Wet apples are your enemy—any moisture makes the caramel slide right off, so take the extra minute to pat them dry before coating.
  • Caramel temperature matters more than you'd think; if it's too hot, it'll run off the apples like water, and if it cools too long, it becomes impossible to spread.
03 -
  • Buy pre-sliced apples from the grocery store if you're short on time—they're not as fresh, but they work when convenience matters more than perfection.
  • Keep your peanut butter mixture warm by setting the bowl over a cup of hot water while you're dipping, so it stays drizzle-able instead of thickening up.
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