Indulge in the flavors of autumn with this delicious and easy-to-make caramel apple salad with a hint of cinnamon. Crisp apples coated in creamy caramel, tossed with crunchy walnuts, and sprinkled with cinnamon, creating the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Serve as a refreshing dessert or a side dish at your next fall gathering. This recipe takes only minutes to prepare, making it a quick and delightful treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 4 large apples (preferably Granny Smith)
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
Directions
- Wash and core the apples. Cut them into bite-sized cubes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the apple cubes, caramel sauce, chopped walnuts, and ground cinnamon. Toss well to ensure all the apple cubes are coated with caramel and cinnamon.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, give the salad a quick stir to redistribute the caramel sauce.
- Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Granny Smith apples are perfect for this recipe because their tartness provides a nice contrast to the sweet caramel.
The combination of caramel and cinnamon gives this salad a cozy fall feel.
You can customize this recipe by adding other toppings like raisins or mini chocolate chips.