Caramel and candied apples are a classic fall favorite, but they’re time-consuming to make and tough to eat on the stick (not to mention, typically loaded with corn syrup).

This version simplifies prep and makes digging in a whole lot healthier…and more fun because you can add your favorite toppings to the whole batch or create different sections on your baking sheet. Anything goes from drizzles of nut butter and melty chocolate to shredded coconut, chopped nuts, berries, and granola. No matter what toppings you choose, it’s an apple-solute delight!

If you’d like to add a layer of caramel, try my DIY Caramel Sauce using dates, and here’s a complete recipe for my Sheet Pan Caramel Apples.

Try my Apple Peanut Butter Samoas!

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Sheet Pan Candy Apples

This version simplifies prep and makes digging in a whole lot healthier, add your favorite toppings to the whole batch or create different sections on your baking sheet.
Servings: 12 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 4 large apples, or 6 to 8 medium, cored and sliced*
  • ¼ cup nut butter
  • ⅓ cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons dried cranberries or cherries
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons shredded coconut
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons granola
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons chopped, toasted nuts or seeds, optional
  • *You can use any favorite apple variety. You can also change up the amount of apples and toppings depending on the size of your baking sheet. A smaller sheet will require less.

Instructions
 

  • Gently pat apple slices with a paper towel to dry them off and spread them out in a single layer on baking sheet. (I use 4 large apples to fill a half baking sheet, about ~17 x 13 inches).
  • Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave: Stop and stir every 20 seconds until velvety smooth (~2 minutes total). And soften the nut butter in the microwave for about 30 seconds, so it’s drizzle-friendly.
  • Starting with the nut butter, drizzle thin zig-zags over the tops of the sliced apples. Next do the same with the melted chocolate. Finally, sprinkle on the cranberries, coconut, granola and optional nuts or seeds. Dig in!
Author: Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN

Nutrition Information per serving

Calories: 110Carbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gTotal Fat: 5g— Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g— Saturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 20mgFiber: 3gTotal Sugar: 11g— Natural Sugar: 8g— Added Sugar: 3g
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.
I’m hoping you loved this recipe! If you made it and want to share feedback, I’d be so grateful to hear from you. Please leave a review below or tag @joybauer on Instagram!