Description
Caramel Apple Dessert Cups are a delightful treat that captures the essence of fall in every bite. Each cup features layers of crisp Granny Smith apples, warm caramel, and crunchy graham cracker crumbs, all crowned with fluffy whipped cream. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, providing an explosion of flavor that will impress friends and family alike. Customize your cups with nuts or chocolate for an extra touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- Toss diced apples with cinnamon in a large bowl.
- Cook apples with half the caramel sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until softened but slightly crunchy (about 5-7 minutes).
- Layer graham cracker crumbs in serving cups, then spoon in the warm apple mixture.
- Drizzle remaining caramel sauce over the apples.
- Top each cup with whipped cream and optional toppings like extra graham cracker crumbs or nuts.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dessert cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - For added texture, mix chopped nuts or chocolate chips into the apple filling. - Allow caramel to cool slightly before drizzling to prevent melting the whipped cream.