Fall has begun and all I can think about are all the amazing fall recipes like these sweet-meets-savory Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites. Autumn is the season where I’m constantly thinking about caramel apples, apple tarts, chocolate chip pumpkin muffins, pumpkin rolls, buttermilk pumpkin biscuits, and pie! These are so easy and delicious, are done in less than 10 minutes, making it one popular fall snack. I love easy snacks that use a bit of fall flavor like apples and caramels. The caramels are baked enough to be pliable but not so much that they melt all over the place. If you like this snack, then you’ll love my s’mores snack mix!
These little snacks are great for Halloween parties, Thanksgiving, or for no occasion at all. My four-year-old girl and thirty-something year old husband ate them all in a flash (I may have helped eat a few!). My parents are coming to visit next month and I’m already planning on baking them these, along with some other desserts and appetizers. Bite size appetizers are great when serving guests and since it’s the fall, it just makes the most sense to whip up a batch of these SUPER EASY bite-sized treats. I’m sure they’ll disappear quickly!
My easy snack recipe contains Snyder’s Snaps square pretzels, caramels, and apples and is so quick and easy – you just cannot pass it up!
Benefits of apples
Apples are considered nutrient-dense food which means they offer a lot of nutrients per serving. According to Healthline’s post, apples are rich in polyphenols which are an important group of antioxidants. Most of the fiber and polyphenols are in the apple skin so make sure to eat the skin.
Apples may reduce body mass index (BMI) and apple polyphenols contain anti-obesity effects. Eating apples increased fullness more than consuming apple juice in one study. This may occur due to whole apples reducing gastric emptying which is the rate your stomach empties.
In addition, the polyphenols in apples can help decrease blood pressure. Studies have shown that high intakes of flavonoids, which are found in apples, reduce your change of stroke. They also promote heart health due to their high content of soluble fiber. Soluble fiber is also linked to a reduced risk of heart disease.
Ingredients in Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites
Pretzels. We used these Snyder’s Snaps pretzels but you can also use pretzel twists.
Apples. We used Granny Smith apples but if you want to use red apples, feel free.
Caramel. Caramels or Rolos work great in this recipe. These are tasty caramels along with mouthwatering Werther’s soft caramels!
How to make the best Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites
STEP 1: Preheat your oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
STEP 2: Place the pretzels on the prepared baking sheet. Carefully add one caramel on top of each pretzel square.
STEP 3: Bake in the oven for 3 minutes, 30 seconds. Remove from oven. Immediately place an apple chunk on top of the melted caramel. Stick a toothpick in the center of each bite.
STEP 4: If you make this recipe, don’t forget to leave a rating and comment to help other readers!
Recommended items to make this recipe
- Baking sheet. We love this one.
- Toothpicks. These work great.
- Caramels. These are our favorite caramels!
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Final Thoughts
Finally, if you make these Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love to hear from everyone who makes this recipe and always respond to all comments.
If you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag #elisemccollister on Instagram! It makes me so happy to see your recipe photos!
Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites
Equipment
Ingredients
- 28 Snyder's Snaps square pretzels
- 28 caramels unwrapped
- 1 apple red or green, cut into 28 chunks
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the pretzels on the prepared baking sheet. Place one caramel on top of each pretzel square.
- Bake in the oven for 3 minutes, 30 seconds. Remove from oven. Immediately place an apple chunk on top of the melted caramel. Stick a toothpick in the center of each bite.
- If you make this, don't forget to leave a rating and comment!
Notes
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