Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Vegan Caramel Apples (Oil-Free & Healthy), a wholesome twist on a classic treat! These scrumptious apples are coated with a creamy coconut sugar caramel, free from butter and corn syrup, making them a guilt-free dessert option for any occasion. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up these irresistible snacks that are perfect for family gatherings, parties, or a sweet surprise for your loved ones. Customize them with your favorite toppings, and watch both kids and adults enjoy the fun of creating their unique caramel-coated apples!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 Small Granny Smith Apples
- 2 Cups Coconut Sugar
- 1/2 Cup Coconut Cream
- 2 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1 Teaspoon Sea Salt
- 6–8 Tablespoons Nut Butter (like almond or cashew)
- Toppings: mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, shredded coconut
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and dry the apples if they've been refrigerated. Insert popsicle sticks into each apple.
- In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt coconut sugar with coconut cream, vanilla extract, and sea salt while whisking constantly. Once melted, let it bubble gently for one minute.
- Add nut butter to the caramel mixture until thickened to your liking.
- Dip each apple into the warm caramel, rotating to coat thoroughly.
- Press desired toppings onto the coated apples and place them on the prepared baking sheet to set for about 2-3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 caramel apple (approx. 140g)
- Calories: 296
- Sugar: 62g
- Sodium: 88mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg