How many apples will 5 pounds of caramel cover?

A 5-pound loaf of Peter's caramel will make about 20-24 medium-sized caramel apples.

Why didn't my caramel stick to my apples?

Apples have a waxy coating that will prevent the caramel from sticking, so it's important to wash and dry it off. Make sure the apples are cold, which helps prevent the caramel from slipping off.

Should apples be cold or room temperature for caramel apples?

Tips on Temperature – It's important to keep the apple at room temperature. If it is cold, it can cause moisture drops, which will make the caramel run. The proper temp for heating caramel apple dip is 175–185 degrees F. Candy apple dip should be heated at 295–300 degrees F.

How many apples is 3 pounds?

This recipe calls for three pounds of crisp apples, which we now know are about eight medium-sized apples. Choose from Gala, Honeycrisp, Braeburn, or your favorite variety.

How many apples are 10 pounds?

1/2 peck of apples equals 5 - 6 lb or 12 - 15 medium sized apples. 1 peck of apples equals 10 - 12 lb or 35 - 40 medium sized apples. 1 bushel of apples can weigh 42 - 48 lb.

How do you fix caramel that didn't set?

If caramels are too soft, that means the temperature didn't get high enough. Again place the caramel back into a sauce pan with a couple of tablespoons of water and heat to 244°F. If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test with a cold water test.

How do you wash apples before making caramel apples?

Prep Apples: Remove apple stems, rinse the apples under very hot water for a few seconds, then scrub dry with a paper towel to help remove the wax around the apple. If possible, place the apples in the refrigerator for several hours or days in advance so they are well chilled before dipping.

How many cooking apples is 1lb?

The answer: The average apple weighs 0.33 pounds, so there are on average 3 apples in a pound.

How many pounds of apples do I need for canning?

Quantity: An average of 19 pounds is needed per canner load of 7 quarts; an average of 12¼ pounds is needed per canner load of 9 pints. A bushel weighs 48 pounds and yields 16 to 19 quarts, an average of 2¾ pounds per quart. Quality: Select apples that are juicy, crispy and preferably both sweet and tart.

How many apples is 45 pounds?

According to Google a bushel of apples is approximately 45(42–48)pounds and consists of 125 medium sized apples on average.

How many pounds of apples does it take to make 5 gallons of cider?

You simply hook up a garden hose, and as long as you have water pressure of at least 30 psi, you will have an easy and efficient pressing. In my experience, a decent yield is 100 lbs of apples to make 5 gallons. With the bladder press this year we yielded 5 gallons out of 70 lbs.

Homemade Caramel Apples (2024)

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Homemade Caramel Apples are the ultimate treat for kids during the fall and halloween. Chewy caramels coated around crispy apples, this easy to make treat is always a family favorite!

Who doesn't have great childhood memories eating these delicious Caramel Apples? Pierced with a stick, usually at a local country fair or farmer's market. I remember they were quite expensive to buy as a kid, but homemade Caramel Apples are cheap and easy to make! I love them much more than the Red Candy Apples or Toffee Apples, probably because they won't break my teeth!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Economical - caramels are cheap to buy, easily found in dollar stores
Easy to make - a fool proof recipe anyone can make
Personalize it - keep the classic caramel recipe or roll in your favorite toppings

Key Ingredients

It only takes about 20 minutes to make homemade caramel apples, and all you need is a few ingredients!

Caramel Candies - the square caramel candies, usually known as Kraft Caramels
Whipping Cream - creamy emulsifier to help melt caramels
Apples - easy to choose during apple season
Popsicle Sticks or Craft Sticks - to pierce and to easy hold the apples

Kraft Caramel Apples

Chewy Caramel Apples are an American classic. I'm sure it was invented by Kraft foods, as this recipe is also known as Kraft Caramel Apples. You know the ones, little square candies, tightly wrapped in plastic that's hard to remove.

Big companies always find ways to incorporate their products into recipes, like Caramel Rice Krispies Squares, using caramels instead of marshmallows. Trust me, the struggle to remove the wrappers is worth it when you bite into these Caramel Apples. Similar caramels are easily found in dollar stores too.

Werther's Caramel Apples

You might be surprised that caramels aren't sold the same way all over the world. Globally, you can substitute Kraft with Werther's Caramels or Werther's Chewy Toffees.

They're basically the same thing, but cost more than Kraft and some think they have a richer caramel flavor. Of course, they are a great candy substitute for this caramel apples recipe.

Best Apples for Caramel Apples

I always say, use whatever apples are in season, fresh is best. However, some people have preferences. Granny Smiths which are traditionally used for caramel apples, are too sour for me, but others love the contrasting flavors. The video uses Granny Smith because they were on sale! I know I'm not the only person that shops items that are on sale!

Pink Lady or Cripps Pink- developed in Western Australia. High in sugars and crispy
Granny Smith- tart and acidic, popular in caramel apples
Golden Delicious- very sweet with a slight honey aroma
Honeycrisp- sweet with a slight tart flavor

Homegrown apples or apples direct from the orchard are best because they are usually unwaxed. Grocery store apple are usually covered in wax, which makes the sticky caramel harder to stick to the apples.

How to Wash Waxed Apples

It's always best to use unwaxed apples for best results. However, if you can't find them, here's some suggestions how to wash waxed apples.

How to Make Caramel Apples

Wash and wipe the apples until dry.
Remove the stems from each apple and insert a popsicle stick into the top of each apple.
Place caramels into a saucepan, add whipping cream and place over medium-low heat. Cook until the caramel mixture is melted, stirring constantly.
Dip the apples into the melted caramel sauce. Use a tablespoon to spoon over extra caramels over the apples if needed.
Place on the prepared wax paper sheet to set the caramel.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

How to Melt Caramels

Microwave Method

Place unwrapped caramels and whipping cream into a microwave safe bowl.
Heat in microwave in 30 second increments. Stir between intervals, it will take 2-3 minutes. If too runny, allow to cool until desired consistency is reached.

Saucepan Method

Unwrap the caramels into a saucepan, add milk or whipping cream and place over medium-low heat.
Cook until the mixture is melted, usually about 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly.

Caramel Apple Topping Ideas

After coating your apples in caramel (before they set), it's a great idea to roll them in your favorite toppings. This makes you homemade caramel apples more fun and your kids get to personalize their treat. Here are some suggestions!

Chopped Nuts - recommend chopped pecans or chopped peanuts
Crushed Oreos
Chopped Pretzels
Candy Sprinkles
Smarties or M&Ms
Shredded Coconut
Crushed Candy Bars - like Twix, Snickers or Butterfingers
Melted Chocolate - melt white or milk chocolate chips to dip your apples, after the caramel has set

Life Hack: Wax Paper vs Baking Paper

While the caramel apples are setting in the fridge, most recipes ask you to place them on wax paper. But, can you use unwaxed or parchment paper? Wax paper is used for cold foods and baking paper is for hot foods. Wax paper is hard to find here in Australia, so here is a bit of life hack.

If you only have baking paper or parchment paper, spray the surface with cooking spray. This allows you to place the Caramel Apples with minimal sticking. So don't rush out to buy extra wax paper.

Pro Tips:

Dollar Store - Buy the popsicle sticks in the dollar store, or just save them when you eat popsicles
Fruit - As you see in the video, use fresh strawberries or fruit to dip into leftover caramel sauce
Save Money - buy square caramels at the dollar store
Drizzle - melted chocolate over the caramel apples for a fancy effect
Re-heat - If caramel hardens, re-heat over stove on low or in microwave for 15 second increments

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This Caramel Apples recipe is a family autumn favorite, perfect for halloween, parties or just a treat for the kids. An easy fall classic the whole family will love - Kraft Caramel Apples

Homemade Caramel Apples (Video)

Caramel Apples are a family autumn favorite, perfect for halloween and parties. An easy fall classic the whole family will love - Kraft Caramel Apples

Ingredients

6 apples unwaxed
14 oz /400g Soft Caramels
2 tablespoons milk or whipping cream
6 popsicle sticks or lollipop sticks

Instructions

Wash and wipe the apples until they are completely dry (not even a drop of moisture!). Remove the stems from each apple and insert a popsicle stick into the top of each apple.
Unwrap the caramels into a saucepan, add milk/whipping cream and place over medium-low heat. Cook until the mixture is melted, usually about 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly.
Dip the apples into the melted caramels. Use a tablespoon to spoon over extra caramels over the apples if needed. Allow excess caramel to drip off, and scrape any excess caramel from the bottom of the apples. Place on the prepared wax paper sheet.
Refrigerate the Caramel Apples for at least 30 minutes.

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