Crisp apple slices drizzled with rich caramel and melted chocolate, then topped with nuts, mini marshmallows, sprinkles, and crushed graham crackers for a shareable, festive fall dessert. No sticks, no mess—just pure autumn magic!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🍏 Family-Friendly Fun: Kids can help decorate for a hands-on activity.
- 🥄 Minimal Cleanup: One sheet pan and parchment paper is all you need.
- 🎨 Customizable: Use your favorite toppings—nuts, candy, sprinkles, or even coconut.
- ⏱️ Quick & Easy: Ready in under 20 minutes, faster than traditional caramel apples.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji), sliced into thin wedges
- 250 ml caramel sauce
- 85 g chocolate chips, melted
Toppings:
- 40 g chopped peanuts or other nuts
- 15 g mini marshmallows
- 15 g sprinkles (optional)
- 20 g crushed graham crackers (optional)
- 1 g sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Wash and dry apples. Slice into thin wedges (~½ inch) and arrange in a single layer on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
- Drizzle Caramel: Warm caramel sauce for 15–20 seconds until pourable. Drizzle evenly over apple slices.
- Add Chocolate: Melt chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over the caramel-coated apples.
- Top & Decorate: Scatter chopped nuts, mini marshmallows, sprinkles, and crushed graham crackers over the apples. Press larger toppings lightly to help them stick.
- Set & Serve: Let the caramel and chocolate cool for a few minutes until slightly firm. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt if desired. Serve straight from the pan.
Tips & Tricks
- Best Apples: Use firm, crisp varieties like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji for a perfect sweet-tart balance.
- Nut-Free Options: Swap nuts for sunflower seeds, crushed pretzels, or extra mini marshmallows.
- Make Ahead: Prep toppings in advance and drizzle caramel right before serving for maximum freshness.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve on a platter for parties or in cupcake liners for easy snacking.
Storage
- Store leftovers in a single layer in an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper.
- Best eaten the day they’re made; refrigeration may soften the apples.
Fun Fact
Sheet pan caramel apples are a modern twist on the classic treat from the early 1900s—perfect for capturing all the nostalgia with less mess.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: None
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian