Delicious Caramelized Baked Apple Samoas
Enjoy these Caramelized Baked Apple Samoas, a perfect blend of baked apples, caramel, and coconut for a guilt-free treat.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
For the Apple Rings
- 4 large apples cored and sliced into ¼ inch rings
- ¼ cup brown sugar adds richness
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for flavor
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
- a pinch salt balances sweetness
For the Toppings
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut adds crunch
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips for drizzling
- ½ cup caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Brush the sugar-butter mixture onto the apple rings until well-coated.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut over the coated apple rings.
- Place the apple rings on the lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until tender and golden.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl at 20-second intervals until smooth.
- Once the apple rings are out, cool for 5-10 minutes and drizzle with caramel sauce and melted chocolate.
- Serve warm or chilled with ice cream.
Notes
Use Honeycrisp or Fuji apples for best results. Ensure even coating of the sugar mixture, and keep an eye on the baking time.
Nutrition
Serving: 1samoaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.5mg
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