Caramel Apples
There's something magical about fall. The air gets a little crisper, the leaves start to turn, and our thoughts drift to cozy sweaters and family time. And what better way to celebrate the season than with a classic, homemade treat?
We're talking Caramel Apples! Making them is a fun and memorable activity for the whole family. This recipe is simple to follow and guarantees a delicious, picture-perfect result. Get ready to create a new fall tradition!
Recipe
INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
Dash salt
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
10 to 12 popsicle sticks
10 to 12 medium tart apples, washed and dried
INSTRUCTIONS
In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter; add the brown sugar, corn syrup and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to boil, about 10-12 minutes. Stir in milk. Cook and stir until a thermometer reads 248°F (firm-ball stage). Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla.
Insert popsicle sticks into apples. Dip each apple into hot caramel mixture; turn to coat. Set on greased wax paper to cool.
Yield: 10 - 12 apples

Image Source: Allrecipes.com/recipes/21130/caramel-apples/