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Chocolate caramel apples are one of my favorite treats.

Caramel for Apple Dipping

Brooke Larsen
This buttery smooth caramel is delicious on apples.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 15 apples

Equipment

  • 1 Stock pot with thick bottom
  • 1 Silicone spatula
  • 1 Digital thermometer
  • 1 Pastry brush

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans evaporated milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups corn syrup
  • 5 cups white granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ sticks salted butter

Instructions
 

  • Add butter to heavy bottom post and melt on medium heat.
  • Add evaporated milk, cream, corn syrup, and sugar. Stir together until post starts to boil.
  • Insert digital thermometer and continue to stir
  • After pot has boiled down a bit use the pastry brush and water to wash away undissolved sugar on the side or the pot.
  • Keep the caramel boiling until the thermometer hits 233 degrees F
  • Remove instantly from heat and let rest for 5-10 minutes before dipping.
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