Caramel Apple Granola Pops

A fun, crunchy treat featuring crisp apples coated in velvety caramel and rolled in nutty granola, perfect for parties or a sweet snack.

I first made these with my family for movie night and everyone loved picking their toppings. The pops are a hands-on treat that always gets people smiling.

Ingredients

• Apples: 4 medium Granny Smith apples
• Caramel: 1 cup soft caramels (about 28 pieces), unwrapped; 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• Granola Coating: 1 1/2 cups granola (nut-free or nutty as desired); 1/4 cup chopped roasted nuts (optional, pecans or almonds)
• Extras: 8 wooden popsicle sticks

Instructions

Prepare apples:

Wash and dry apples. Cut each in half and use a melon baller or spoon to remove the core. Insert a popsicle stick into the flat side of each half.

Set up tray:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Melt caramel:

In a small saucepan, combine caramels and heavy cream. Heat over low, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and cool for 1 minute.

Prep coating:

Place granola and optional nuts in a shallow dish.

Dip apples:

Dip each apple half into caramel, swirling to coat. Let excess drip off.

Roll in granola:

Immediately roll caramel-coated apples in granola, pressing gently to adhere.

Chill pops:

Place pops on prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes to set.

Serve:

Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

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My kids love helping with this recipe—the excitement of dipping and rolling apples together has become a fun weekend tradition.

Variations

Drizzle with melted chocolate for an extra decadent touch or try different apple varieties for flavor contrast.

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a party snack or wrap individually for lunchbox treats.

Storage

Keep pops refrigerated and enjoy within 24 hours for best texture.

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Bring a festive crunch to your day with these caramel apple granola pops. They disappear fast every time!

Recipe FAQs

→ How do I prevent caramel from sliding off the apples?

Make sure the apples are thoroughly dried after washing. Rolling in granola right after dipping helps the coating stick.

→ Can I make these pops nut-free?

Yes! Simply use nut-free granola and skip the chopped nuts in the coating for an allergen-safe treat.

→ Which apple varieties work best?

Granny Smith apples offer tartness to balance the caramel. Sweet varieties like Honeycrisp also work well.

→ How far in advance can I prepare them?

These pops are best enjoyed the day they're made to preserve crunch and freshness.

→ Can I add other toppings?

Absolutely! Try a drizzle of melted chocolate or sprinkle on coconut for extra flavor and texture.

→ Is refrigeration necessary after assembly?

Chilling the pops for 10–15 minutes helps set the caramel, ensuring a crisp texture and clean coating.