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Easy Caramel Apple Bites Recipe

Easy Caramel Apple Bites Recipe
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Easy Caramel Apple Bites are a simple and delicious snack combining crisp Granny Smith apples, salty pretzels, and gooey melted Rolo candies. Perfect for parties or a quick sweet treat, these bite-sized appetizers blend sweet, salty, and tart flavors with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Fruits

  • 2 Green Granny Smith apples
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (to prevent browning)

Snacks & Candies

  • 1 package mini pretzels (twists)
  • 1 package Rolo candies

Other

  • Toothpicks (for assembling the bites)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 275 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for softening the Rolos without melting them completely.
  2. Arrange Pretzels: Place the mini pretzels in a single layer on a baking sheet, ensuring they have space between each piece for even heating.
  3. Top with Rolo Candies: Place one Rolo candy on top of each pretzel, positioning them gently to avoid deformation.
  4. Heat Rolos: Bake in the preheated oven for 3 to 5 minutes, until the Rolos are soft but still hold their shape, perfect for pressing into the apples.
  5. Prepare Apples: Dice the Granny Smith apples into approximately 1-inch chunks for easy nibbling and bite-size proportions.
  6. Prevent Browning: Drizzle lemon juice over the diced apples and toss lightly to coat, preventing them from turning brown and maintaining freshness.
  7. Assemble Bites: Skewer a chunk of apple onto a toothpick and gently press the pointed end into the softened Rolo on top of the pretzel to create the bite-sized treat.
  8. Repeat: Continue assembling all the pretzel-Rolo bases with apple chunks until complete.

Notes

  • Use tart Granny Smith apples to balance the sweetness of the caramel candies and saltiness of the pretzels.
  • Do not overheat Rolos; they should be soft but not fully melted to easily stick to the apples.
  • Serve immediately after assembling for best texture and taste.
  • To make it easier to eat at parties, use mini pretzels and small apple chunks on toothpicks.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one day; apples may brown and pretzels soften over time.

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Keywords: caramel apple bites, pretzel snacks, easy appetizers, Rolo treats, party snacks, bite-sized desserts

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