Description
Indulge in these delightful Apple Caramel Bombs, a warm and gooey dessert featuring tender baked apples filled with a luscious caramel and cinnamon mixture, topped with melted chocolate chips and optional crunchy nuts. Perfect for a cozy treat that combines fruity sweetness with rich caramel and chocolate flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples
- 4 medium apples
Filling and Topping
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the apples evenly.
- Prepare Apples: Core the apples carefully, creating a small cavity in the center for the caramel filling. Be sure not to cut through the bottom.
- Make Caramel Mixture: In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, then stir in the caramel sauce and cinnamon until fully combined and smooth.
- Fill Apples: Spoon the warm caramel mixture into the hollow centers of each apple, filling them generously.
- Add Nuts: If using, sprinkle chopped nuts on top of the caramel-filled apples for added texture and flavor.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the filled apples upright in a baking dish and cover the dish with aluminum foil to prevent the apples from drying out.
- Bake: Bake the apples for 25-30 minutes until they become tender but still hold their shape.
- Add Chocolate Chips: In the last 5 minutes of baking, remove the foil and sprinkle chocolate chips on top of the apples to allow them to melt and create a gooey chocolate topping.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the apples from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving to enjoy the perfect warm and melty treat.
Notes
- Choose firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture after baking.
- For a richer flavor, consider using homemade caramel sauce or quality store-bought caramel.
- The chopped nuts are optional but add a nice crunch; pecans or walnuts work well.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special dessert.
- Ensure not to overbake to keep the apples tender without becoming mushy.
