Caramel apples are a classic fall favorite, but they’re time-consuming to make and tough to eat on the stick (not to mention, 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. It’s apple happiness!

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Sheet Pan Caramel Apples

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.
Servings: 12 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup pitted medjool dates, firmly packed (~14 large dates)
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon maple extract or natural flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 large apples, or 5 to 6 medium, cored and sliced*
  • Optional toppings: semi-sweet chocolate chips, toasted pecans, granola, dried fruit, shredded coconut, and so on
  • *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
 

To make the caramel sauce: (makes about 1½ cups sauce)

  • Add dates and boiling water to blender and allow the dates to soak and soften for 15 mins. Remove ½ cup water and set aside (you can add some later for a thinner consistency, if preferred).
  • Add maple syrup, extracts and salt, and blend until velvety smooth. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed.

To make apples:

  • 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) then, spoon (and spread) caramel sauce over apples. Add your favorite toppings, including semi-sweet chocolate chips, toasted nuts, and granola. Dig in!
Author: Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN

Nutrition Information per serving

Calories: 110Carbohydrates: 28gProtein: 1gTotal Fat: 0g— Unsaturated Fat: 0g— Saturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 30mgFiber: 3gTotal Sugar: 21g— Natural Sugar: 15g— Added Sugar: 6g
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!