Caramel apples are a Halloween tradition
Tasty snacks are perfect for spooky parties or children’s lunch boxes
Trick or treat! Not that we ever need an excuse for a sweet treat, but Halloween is definitely one of them. Celebrate this year with some of our favourite festive recipes.
Caramel-covered apples have long been a Halloween tradition. Caramel candies make it easy to create a creamy, foolproof topping. Enjoy the treats plain or roll them in chopped nuts, candy sprinkles or shredded coconut for an extra-special treat.
’Tis the season of pumpkin spice everything and our scones are no exception. Cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg add some autumn flair to a classic recipe.
Our nut-free chocolate chip bars get a hit of colour from rainbow candies and are perfect for a Halloween party or a lunch box dessert. The chewy blondie base is dotted with chocolate, making it a surefire hit with kids.
Calgary-based ATCO Blue Flame Kitchen has been providing advice on food, cooking, recipes and other household topics for more than 80 years. Their cookbooks include Everyday Delicious and From the Grill.
CARAMEL APPLES
■ 50 caramels
■ 2 tbsp (30 ml) water
■ 4-5 medium apples
■ Wooden sticks
■ Chopped nuts, optional
1. Melt caramels with water in a heavy saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth.
2. Remove stems from apples. Insert a stick into each apple.
3. Dip apples one at a time into caramel mixture, turning until coated. Scrape excess caramel from bottom of apples. Roll coated apples in chopped nuts. Place on a greased parchment paper-lined tray. Chill in refrigerator.
4. Wrap apples in plastic wrap and keep refrigerated until 15 minutes prior to serving. Note: For easy removal of cellophane wrappers from the caramels, place in freezer until wrappers are brittle and caramels are firm.