What are the best apples to use in this recipe?

You can use any type of apples you'd like in this recipe! Some people think that tart apples go best with caramel, but I personally believe that all are fabulous. I used a combination of granny smith apples and honeycrisp apples. I love using a mixture of colors - green, red, and yellow - for the prettiest spread!

What caramel should I use here?

This recipe calls for caramel dip! This is pre-made, packaged caramel that you can find in most grocery stores near the apples in the produce section. Here is the exact one I used! It is absolutely the easy way to go about making this fall-time treat. However, you do have other options! You could use caramel bits and heavy cream to make an easy caramel sauce. Or you could go even bigger, bring out the butter and sugar, and get to work making buttery caramel from scratch!

Can I store this sliced caramel apple recipe?

This recipe is 100% best when enjoyed the day it is made! Honestly within 1-2 hours of it being made. If serving, I would not recommend storing for any length of time beforehand. Simply chilling the tray and then bringing out! However, if it is just you and your immediate family enjoying leftovers of these caramel apples, I would say they store quite well for what they are! Simply wrap up the tray in some plastic wrap and place in the fridge. You should be able to munch on the apples for 1-2 days after. Sure, the toppings might get a little soggy and the apples a little juicy - but that does not stop me from indulging in the sugary treat!

Easy Sheet Pan Caramel Apples (Slices)

Description

Sheet Pan Caramel Apples are the ultimate fall dessert! Made with thin apple slices, caramel dip, and all your favorite toppings … this fun version of the classic treat has the same delicious taste, without all of the hassle. It’s easy to make, super customizable, and perfect to serve a crowd at any fall gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

4-5 large apples
13.5 oz caramel dip, about 1 cup
Toppings: M&Ms, Oreos, peanuts, chocolate chips, rainbow sprinkles, raisins, etc.

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Instructions

First thinly slice the apples. I like to use this method of cutting apples to get flat slices.
Next line a large sheet pan with parchment paper. Add the apple slices to the sheet pan in neat rows. I squeezed as many slices as I could on to the baking sheet, 6 down and 12 across.
Then add the caramel dip to a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 15 second intervals, stirring between each one, until the caramel reaches a pourable consistency. Don’t heat too quickly.
Pour the caramel over the sliced apples. Next use a spatula to gently spread evenly over all of the apples. You have to be delicate here or the apples will be flipping and sliding all over the place.
Once the caramel is spread, add all of your favorite toppings. I separated the sheet into 6 different sections for 6 different toppings – mini M&Ms, crushed Oreos, chopped peanuts, chocolate chips, rainbow sprinkles, and raisins. Add however much of each you’d like. Check out my full post for more delicious topping ideas.
Place the sheet pan in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes before serving. This will solidify the creamy caramel sauce a bit and chill the apple slices.
Serve and enjoy!