Apples in honey-cream caramel
4 servings
20 minutes
Apples in honey-cream caramel are a delicate treat inspired by European culinary traditions. The sweetness of honey enveloping juicy apples combined with creamy caramel creates a harmony of flavors: deep, rich, with light salty notes. This dessert warms the soul and evokes memories of autumn fairs and family evenings by the fireplace. It is perfect for festive treats or cozy gatherings. The caramel layer gently crunches at the first bite and then reveals the softness of the apple infused with natural freshness. Such a treat can be served as a standalone dessert or combined with vanilla ice cream to enhance texture contrast. The uniqueness of the recipe lies in using honey instead of sugar, adding depth to the flavor and making the caramel more aromatic.
1
Line the baking sheet with parchment.
2
Insert a stick into each apple, preferably from the side of the branches.
- Apple: 6 pieces
3
Pour ice water into a large bowl.
4
In a small saucepan, bring the cream with salt to a boil. Immediately add honey, bring to a boil again, reduce to low heat, and cook for 15-20 minutes until the mixture reaches 125 degrees (you will need a candy thermometer for this).
- Cream 40%: 1 glass
- Sea salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Honey: 330 g
5
Then carefully dip the bottom of the saucepan into the prepared ice water (be careful not to let water get into the caramel) to stop the cooking process and cool until the caramel thickens slightly but does not harden. If you have cooled the caramel too much, return the saucepan to the heat for 10 seconds.
6
Slightly tilt the saucepan with caramel and dip the apples one by one so that the caramel covers them halfway or completely. Place on the prepared baking sheet and let cool.