Description
Delightful and easy-to-make Chocolate Turtle Apple Slices combining crisp apple rings topped with rich caramel, melted milk chocolate, crunchy toasted nuts, and a sprinkle of sea salt for a perfect sweet and salty treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples
- 2 large apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, cored and sliced into rings)
Toppings
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (toasted, if preferred)
- 1 tbsp sea salt (optional, for a salty-sweet flavor)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Slice the apples into rings about 1/2-inch thick and carefully remove the core. Alternatively, you can cut the apples into wedges if desired for easier handling.
- Melt the chocolate: Place the milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract to enrich the flavor.
- Assemble the slices: Arrange the apple slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle each slice generously with caramel sauce, then spoon the melted chocolate over the caramel. Sprinkle the chopped toasted nuts evenly on top, pressing them lightly to adhere to the toppings.
- Add sea salt (optional): For an added salty-sweet dimension, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over each apple slice. This step can be skipped based on personal taste preferences.
- Set and serve: Allow the chocolate topping to set at room temperature for a few minutes or place the baking sheet in the refrigerator to speed up the process. Serve immediately once set, or store the apple slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Notes
- Use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best flavor contrast.
- Toast nuts lightly in a dry skillet to enhance their crunch and flavor before topping.
- Store leftovers refrigerated to keep chocolate from melting and apples fresh.
- For a vegan version, substitute milk chocolate chips with dairy-free chocolate and use a vegan caramel sauce.
- Adjust the amount of sea salt to balance the sweetness to your liking.
