By: Adelena Vera

Are you looking for a sweet autumn treat? Try this simple recipe that is loved even by culinary artists. Caramel apples are a delicious and quick dessert that almost anyone can do.

Ingredients: 

• 6 Granny Smith apples
• 6 wooden sticks
• 14 ounces of unwrapped caramel
• 2 tablespoons of water
• ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Nuts or sprinkles (optional)

Directions:

1. Prepare a pan with parchment paper, then wash your apples 
2. Stick the wooden sticks ¾ of the way into the stem end of each apple and place aside 
3. Combine the caramel and water into a saucepan and heat over low, stir often until the caramel is melted 
4. Stir in vanilla extract
5. Dip each apple in the caramel 
6. Sprinkle the desired toppings on the apple while the caramel is still hot, then place the prepared pan.
7. Let cool, then enjoy!