Indulgent Caramel Apple Desserts

By Mary Allen Perry
Photo: Jennifer Davick
A tart apple dunked in sticky sweet caramel is a childhood treat we'll never outgrow. And this classic fall treat is even better when eaten with a fork! Enjoy all the flavors of a caramel apple in these decadent caramel apple desserts. Our test kitchen took apples and caramel to a decadent new level with caramel apple recipes that will delight your whole family. Bake up an ooey gooey Caramel Apple-Brownie Cheesecake or try our Caramel Apple Ice Cream Tarts. Start your day right with Caramel Apple Muffins or a Caramel Apple Coffee Cake. Or treat yourself to a creamy Caramel Apple Dip. The dip's bruleed sugar top makes a great conversation starter at a party. And for a showstopping end to a dinner party, try our Caramel Apple Cake, which is topped with rings of sautéed apples and drizzled with a heavenly Apple Brandy-Caramel Sauce. It's sure to become your new go-to party dessert. Our childhood favorite is all grown up!
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Caramel Apple Cake

Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Caramel Apple Cake

This cake is topped with sauteed apple slices and drizzled in a delicious Apple Brandy-Caramel Sauce.

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Caramel Apple-Brownie Cheesecake

Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Caramel Apple-Brownie Cheesecake

If the title of this dessert recipe doesn't send you running for the kitchen, then you need to read it again. We've packed all your favorite desserts into one must-try indulgence. Cheesecake, brownies, and caramel apples... What more could you want?

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Caramel Apple Muffins

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Caramel Apple Muffins

These are prettiest the day they are made. After standing overnight, the caramel melts into the muffins. (They're still delicious!)

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Caramel Apple Ice-Cream Tarts

Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Caramel Apple Ice Cream-Tarts

This shortbread crust is the perfect foil for ice cream.

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Caramel Apple Coffee Cake

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Caramel Apple Coffee Cake

This cake is down-home delicious and so easy you won't believe you started from scratch.

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Caramel Apple Dip

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Caramel Apple Dip

A sugary spin on a cream cheese classic with a crisp bruléed topping.

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