𝐺𝑜𝑜𝑒𝑦 𝐶𝑎𝑟𝑎𝑚𝑒𝑙 𝐴𝑝𝑝𝑙𝑒 𝐶𝑟𝑎𝑐𝑘 𝐷𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑟𝑡

𝐶𝑎𝑟𝑎𝑚𝑒𝑙 𝐴𝑝𝑝𝑙𝑒 𝐶𝑟𝑎𝑐𝑘

𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:

12 graham crackers 🍪
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 🧈
3/4 cup brown sugar 🍬
2 large apples, thinly sliced 🍏
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 🌿
1/4 cup caramel sauce 🍯
1/2 cup white chocolate chips 🍫
Optional: chopped nuts or extra cinnamon for garnish 🌰

𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:

1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Sheet: 🔥🍪
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) 🔥. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier. Arrange 12 graham crackers 🍪 in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure the crackers are touching, creating a base for the caramel and apple topping. This base will become golden and crisp, acting as the foundation for your gooey caramel apple dessert.

2. Melt the Butter and Sugar Mixture: 🍯🧈
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter 🧈 and stir in 3/4 cup of brown sugar 🍬. Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture starts to bubble gently. This takes about 3-5 minutes ⏲️. The result is a smooth caramel sauce that will soak into the graham crackers, creating a crispy, gooey texture that’s irresistible. Be sure to stir frequently to avoid burning the caramel.

3. Pour the Caramel Over the Crackers: 🍯🍪
Once the caramel mixture is smooth and bubbling, carefully pour it over the graham crackers, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. Make sure the caramel covers all the crackers completely so that each piece of your dessert is coated with that rich, sweet layer. The caramel will start to set as it cools, giving the dessert a perfect balance of crunch and chew.

4. Layer the Apples and Cinnamon: 🍏🌿
Thinly slice 2 large apples 🍏 and arrange them in a single layer on top of the caramel-coated graham crackers. Try to distribute the apple slices evenly so that each piece of the dessert gets a delicious bite of apple. Sprinkle the apple slices with 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon 🌿 for a warm, spiced flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the caramel and the tartness of the apples.

5. Bake the Caramel Apple Crack: 🔥🍏
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes ⏲️, or until the apples are tender and the caramel is bubbling and slightly hardened. The graham crackers will become crispy, while the caramel will create a chewy, gooey texture that contrasts with the soft baked apples. Keep an eye on the dessert in the final minutes to make sure the caramel doesn’t burn.

6. Add the White Chocolate Drizzle: 🍫✨
While the dessert is baking, melt 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips 🍫 in the microwave, stirring every 15-20 seconds until smooth. Once the dessert is out of the oven and slightly cooled, drizzle the melted white chocolate over the top in a zigzag pattern. This adds a creamy sweetness that complements the caramel and apples beautifully. For extra crunch, sprinkle some chopped nuts 🌰 or a little extra cinnamon on top.

7. Cool, Slice, and Serve: 🍽️😋
Allow the dessert to cool for about 15 minutes before slicing it into squares or bars. The caramel will set slightly as it cools, making the pieces easier to cut and serve. Enjoy the layers of crispy graham crackers, gooey caramel, tender apples, and sweet white chocolate in every bite. This Caramel Apple Crack is the perfect fall treat, ideal for parties, potlucks, or simply indulging at home! 🍏🍬

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟭𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
𝗧𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟮𝟮 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀
𝗞𝗰𝗮𝗹: 𝟮𝟴𝟬 𝗸𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴
𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 𝟭𝟮

~ 𝑫𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒆𝒔