Popcorn Caramel Apple

Take your classic fall Caramel Apple treats to the next level with delicious popcorn and chocolate that adds an irresistible level of indulgence!

With its irresistible smell, taste and versatility, it’s easy to taste why popcorn pairs so well with caramel apples.

Be sure to check out our other popcorn recipes, too!

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A special thanks to the Popcorn Board for this fun Fall treat.

Popcorn Caramel Apple

This recipe makes four treats.

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Ingredients:

• 1 quart freshly popped popcorn
• 1 package (9 1/2 ounces, 35 total) caramels, unwrapped
• 1/4 cup light cream or half-and-half
• 4 lollipop sticks or wooden candy apple sticks
• 4 apples
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• sugar sprinkles
• decorative ribbon (optional)

Directions for Caramel Apple:

Place popcorn in large bowl; set aside. Place sheet of waxed paper on work surface.

In small saucepan over medium-low heat, heat caramels and cream. Stir frequently until caramels are melted and cream is blended into caramels.

Push one stick into apple center and dip into caramel. Spoon caramel over apple to coat. Repeat with remaining apples

Place caramel-coated apple in bowl of popcorn and press popcorn onto caramel to cover. Place apple on waxed paper to set; repeat with remaining apples.

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In small, resealable plastic bag, microwave chocolate chips 10 seconds and press chips to aid melting. Repeat, heating at 10-second intervals, until chips are completely melted. Cut small corner off bag and squeeze chocolate onto each apple, allowing chocolate to drip down sides. Sprinkle with sugar sprinkles.

Tie bow to each apple stick, if desired. To serve, cut apples into slices.