Caramel Apple Dessert Cups
These delightful caramel apple dessert cups are a perfect sweet treat, combining the flavors of fresh apples with rich caramel and creamy whipped topping. Easy to make, they are ideal for gatherings or a cozy night in.
Equipment
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 cutting board
- 1 serving cups or bowls
Ingredients
- 2 medium apples, diced Approximately 400g, use sweeter varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp.
- ½ cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter version, substitute with whipped topping.
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- crushed nuts or graham cracker crumbs Optional for garnish.
Instructions
- Start by washing and dicing the apples into small bite-sized pieces. Set them aside in a mixing bowl.
- Drizzle the diced apples with half of the caramel sauce (¼ cup or 60ml) and sprinkle in the cinnamon. Toss gently to coat the apple pieces well.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Take your serving cups or bowls and layer the dessert. Start with a layer of the caramel apple mixture, followed by a layer of whipped cream.
- Repeat the layers of caramel apple and whipped cream until the cups are filled, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
- Drizzle the remaining caramel sauce (¼ cup or 60ml) over the top of each dessert cup.
- If desired, sprinkle crushed nuts or graham cracker crumbs on top for added texture and flavor.
- Refrigerate for about 10 minutes for the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
Feel free to use your favorite type of apples; sweeter varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp work well.
For a lighter version, you can substitute whipped topping for the heavy cream.
These dessert cups can be prepared ahead of time; just assemble the components and store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve.