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Ring in Fall with Apple Dipping

August 10, 2026
Caramel apples on a baking tray with colorful sprinkles and chopped nuts, surrounded by bowls of toppings and sliced apples on a marble table.

Fall is upon us! And what better way to ring in the season than with a snack party where you and your friends decorate caramel-dipped apples (we won’t tell your dentist). Follow along below for the step-by-step guide to making this tasty treat at home!  

Two people smiling and sitting at a table with caramel apples and chocolate-covered apples on wooden and metal trays, with a bowl of red and green apples in the background.

What You’ll Need 
 

  • Apples of any variety (though firmer, tarter apples like Granny Smith work well with caramel) 

  • Sturdy bamboo BBQ skewers 

  • Caramel dipping sauce: to make your own, we’re fans of this recipe from Sally’s Baking! Thank you for the helpful tips, Sally!  

  • Toppings: sprinkles, shredded coconut, nuts — pick your favorites!  

  • Parchment paper 

  • Sheet pans 

Three women gathered around a marble kitchen table with a slow cooker, bowls of colorful sprinkles, and fresh fruit, preparing a dessert.

How to Make Caramel Dipped Apples 

  1. Line several sheet pans with parchment paper 

  1. Prep your apples: thoroughly wash and dry your apples 

  1. Assemble your toppings: prepare small bowls of your favorite toppings so they’ll be ready when it’s time to dip 

  1. Insert the BBQ into each apple and set aside on sheet pan 

  1. Prepare the caramel: if using the recipe above, combine heavy cream, light corn syrup, brown sugar, butter, and salt in a heavy-bottomed saucepan until the mixture reaches a temperature of 235° F (candy thermometers are very helpful here!). Remove caramel from heat and stir in vanilla 

  1. Pour the caramel mixture into a slow cooker pot to keep warm while your guests arrive 

  1. Once you’re ready to dip, hold each apple on an angle as you slowly rotate it through the caramel mixture. Immediately follow with a dip in your desired topping 

  1. Rest each completed apple on the parchment paper-covered sheet pan and allow to cool for about 30-45 minutes.  

  1. If you’d like to try smaller pieces, slice one apple up for mini-dipping sessions 

  1. Enjoy!  

Once the apples are dipped and the caramel's gone, keep the cozy fall vibes going. Shop living room, dining room, and home décor at Bob's Discount Furniture to set the scene for your next seasonal gathering.