Description
These Caramel Apple Bites are the ultimate sweet, salty, and crunchy party snack! Each bite features a crispy pretzel base, chewy caramel, tart Granny Smith apple, and a drizzle of rich chocolate with a sprinkle of chopped peanuts. Perfect for holiday gatherings, game day snacks, or fall-inspired treats, these bite-sized caramel apple delights will disappear fast!
Ingredients
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- 50 pretzel snaps
- 50 Kraft caramel squares, unwrapped
- 3 Granny Smith apples, cored and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup finely chopped peanuts
- 1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips or dark chocolate melting wafers
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 275°F (135°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Arrange the pretzel snaps on the tray in a single layer, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Place one unwrapped caramel square on top of each pretzel.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the caramel is soft but not completely melted.
- While baking, core and cut the apples into 1-inch cubes and soak them in lemon juice or salt water to prevent browning.
- Drain the apples and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Remove the caramel pretzels from the oven and immediately press an apple cube onto each one.
- Melt the chocolate chips or melting wafers in a microwave-safe piping bag on a low or defrost setting, massaging the bag at intervals for even heating.
- Snip the tip off the bag and drizzle melted chocolate over the caramel pretzels.
- Sprinkle with chopped peanuts immediately.
- Let the chocolate fully set, then serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare up to a few hours in advance, but assemble just before serving for the freshest apple texture.
- Substitutions: Swap Granny Smith apples for Honeycrisp or Fuji apples for a sweeter bite.
- Chocolate Options: Try using white chocolate or caramel drizzle for extra variety!
- Storage: Best enjoyed fresh. If storing, keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 6 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 2mg