Mini Caramel Apples

Ingredients

• 3 large Granny Smith apples
• 18 sucker sticks
• 1½ cups caramel baking bits or caramel chews of choice
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream
• Optional Toppings: crushed nuts, crushed cookies, sprinkles

Instructions

1. Peel apples.
2. Using a melon baller, scoop out apple balls.
3. Insert the sucker stick into the apple. Be careful not to puncture the stick through the other end.
4. In a small pot add caramel baking bits and heavy cream.
5. Melt over low heat, stirring constantly until completely melted.
6. Fill a small bowl with icy water. Set aside.
7. Thoroughly dry the apple with a paper towel to remove excess moisture from the surface.
8. Dip the apple into the mixture, swirling to coat and being sure to get the caramel on the stick a little. This will help keep out the water on the next step.
9. Immediately dip the caramel apple into the icy water for a few second to quick set the caramel.
10. Dry the caramel off gently with a paper towels.
11. Press the top of the caramel apple into desired topping if using.
12. Place caramel apple into the fridge or freezer to finish setting.
13. Remove from fridge of freezer.
14. Enjoy!
15. Repeat with all the mini caramel apples