Indulge in the rich flavors of toffee and cinnamon with this easy and delicious recipe for Toffee and Cinnamon Apples. These caramelized apples make for a perfect dessert or snack, especially during the fall season. The combination of sweet and tangy apples with the buttery toffee and warm cinnamon creates a heavenly treat that you won't be able to resist. This recipe requires minimal ingredients and preparation time, making it a great option for a quick and satisfying sweet fix.
Ingredients
- 4 Granny Smith apples
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds (optional)
- Vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)
Directions
- Wash and dry the apples, then remove the core using an apple corer or a small knife. Make sure to leave the bottom intact.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Once the butter has melted, add the sugar and cinnamon to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved completely and the mixture becomes a golden caramel color. This should take about 10 minutes.
- While the caramel is cooking, insert a wooden stick or popsicle stick into each apple's core. Set them aside.
- Once the caramel is ready, remove the saucepan from the heat. Be careful as the caramel may be extremely hot.
- Dip each apple into the caramel, making sure to coat it completely. You can use a spoon to help evenly distribute the caramel if needed.
- Optional: Roll the caramel-coated apples in chopped almonds for an extra crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Place the coated apples on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool and harden. Let them sit for at least 15 minutes.
- If desired, serve the toffee and cinnamon apples with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful combination of flavors.
- Enjoy your homemade Toffee and Cinnamon Apples!
