A childhood favorite, these Caramel Apples take 3 simple steps: (1) Make the "2 Ingredient Caramel", (2) Dip the apples and (3) Decorate. Succulently sweet caramel apples are always quickly devoured!

• 8 small green apples
• 8 cinnamon sticks
• Smart & Final aluminum foil
• Smart & Final Non-Stick Cooking Spray
• 2 cups Smart & Final vanilla caramels, unwrapped
• 4 tablespoons evaporated milk
• 1 cup assorted decorations (such as chopped nuts, dried cranberries, granola, toffee bits, M&M's or candy sprinkles)

Wash and dry the apples. Use an ice pick or chopstick to make holes in the top (stem end) of each apple and stick a cinnamon stick into each apple. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray the foil with non-stick cooking spray.

Place the assorted decorations on individual plates, to dip the bottom of the apples after they come out of the caramel.

In a heavy saucepan, combine the unwrapped caramels and the evaporated milk. Cook over low heat, stirring often, until the caramels are completely melted.

Remove the caramel from the heat and dip each apple to coat completely. Tap each apple on the side of the pot to remove any excess caramel, then dip the bottom of the apple into the desired decoration. You can also roll the entire apple in decorations! Place the completed apple on the prepared foil and repeat with remaining apples. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.

Makes 8 Caramel Apples


Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes