Get ready to wow the kids with these Apple Pops, a fun and interactive treat that's perfect for fall. Dipping apple slices into soft, dairy-free salted caramel and rich chocolate, then adding sprinkles, nuts, or candies, makes this a creative and delicious activity for the whole family.
This recipe is perfect for Simchat Torah, when some have the custom to give out candy apples.
For an extra touch of rustic charm, swap the popsicle sticks for clean branches or twigs. The caramel is cooked just to the firmball stage, giving it a perfect texture for dipping with a little pull. These Apple Pops are sure to be a hit for both kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Servings 12
Dairy Free Salted Caramel
- ¼ cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon vegan butter or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon coarse sea salt
Chocolate Dip
- 2 cups chopped semisweet or bittersweet chocolate
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter or coconut oil
Apple Pops
- 3 apples stems removed
- Dairy Salted Caramel
- Chocolate Dip
Garnish: sprinkles, mini candies, pumpkin seeds, chopped nuts, and chocolate chips
Nutritional Facts
Nutrition Facts
Caramel and Chocolate Apple Pops
Amount per Serving
Calories
258
% Daily Value*
Fat
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
7
g
44
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
5
g
Cholesterol
2
mg
1
%
Sodium
131
mg
6
%
Potassium
226
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
31
g
10
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
24
g
27
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
40
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
32
mg
3
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Instructions
Dairy Free Salted Caramel
- In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, sugar, salt, and almond milk. Simmer over medium heat until sugars dissolve, then increase the heat to medium-high.
- Stirring often, let mixture boil, until it registers between 250°F to 275°F on a candy thermometer.
- Remove from heat and stir in vegan butter or coconut oil, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Pour into a heatproof container and set aside.
Chocolate Dip
- Place chocolate in a double boiler over medium-low heat, or in a small heatproof bowl fitted over a small saucepan with an inch of water. Choose a shallow bowl, so that water from the pan does not touch the bottom of bowl.
- Melt chocolate. Stir it occasionally to prevent it from burning.
- Once chocolate is melted, remove from heat. Add vegan butter or coconut oil and stir into warm chocolate to melt.
Apple Pops
- Slice apples across into ¼-inch thick slices. Leave out the center section as it contains the core and seeds. You should get about 4 to 5 slices from each apple. Insert a popsicle or lollipop stick into apple slices and set aside.
- When you are ready to dip and decorate, pat apple slices dry and dip into caramel or chocolate. Drizzle with caramel or chocolate, and decorate with sprinkles, chopped nuts, candies, or pumpkin seeds.
- Place decorated apple pops on parchment paper lined pan, and place in the refrigerator for 30 to 45 minutes to set chocolate and caramel. Cut apples have a lot of water content and will start to weep quickly, so we recommend eating them as soon as they’re set.
I see that there are 258 calories per serving. Is it one slice per serving? Or is a serving more than one slice? Thank you.