Candy Apple Platter
Gillian Armstrong, on behalf of the New Jersey Apple Industry Advisory Council
Are you thinking of throwing a party this Halloween? In search of whipping up something quick, easy and wickedly good? Support your local Jersey Fresh apple growers this Halloween by making a candy apple platter. This platter is the easiest, tastiest treat to make this spooky season.
When it comes to apples, the possibilities are endless. Time to get creative in the kitchen.
What you’ll need:
Local, Jersey Fresh Apples. Visit the Jersey Fresh website to find all of the apple hot spots nearest to you: http://jerseyfresh.nj.gov/find/apples.html
12 oz Caramel square candies
12 oz Chocolate Chips
4 tbsp. milk or water
Medium Saucepan
Peanut butter
Crumbled graham crackers
Marshmallows
Pecans, almonds, walnuts (Nut of your choice)
Brown sugar
Buttered baking sheet
Toothpicks
Anything else you desire on your candy apple!
Directions:
Cut Apples into desired slices
Melt the Caramels or Chocolate: Take medium saucepan or double boiler and fill the bottom pan with 2-3 inches of water. Set a metal bowl on top of the medium saucepan, or set the top of the bottom boiler in the bottom pot. (The water in the bottom pot should not touch the top pot). Boil the water, and let simmer. Place the caramels and/or chocolate in the top pot. Add milk or water. Stir until you’ve reached the desired consistency. Remove top pot and stir to prevent scorching.
Insert a toothpick into each apple slice and dip into melted caramel (or chocolate).
Place dipped slices onto the buttered baking sheet.
Top with desired toppings (Graham crackers, nuts, brown sugar, peanut butter, etc)
Place in refrigerator to cool, enjoy!
