Description
Indulge in the flavors of fall with our Caramel Apple Dessert Cups, a delightful treat featuring tender spiced apples layered with rich caramel sauce and topped with a crunchy streusel. Perfect for a fun, portable dessert, these cups combine classic caramel apple flavors with a modern twist. Easy to make and ideal for gatherings, these dessert cups are sure to impress.
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling:
4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Streusel Topping:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
For the Caramel Sauce:
1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
For Assembly:
1 cup whipped cream
Additional caramel sauce for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Filling:
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Cook until apples are tender and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Make the Streusel Topping:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Add cold cubed butter and blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Spread the streusel mixture on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown. Allow to cool.
- Assemble the Dessert Cups:
- Layer cooked apple mixture in small dessert cups or jars.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce.
- Sprinkle with streusel topping.
- Top with whipped cream and drizzle with additional caramel sauce if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
For optimal freshness, add whipped cream just before serving.
Keep the streusel topping separate if storing the dessert cups for more than a day to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 dessert cups
- Calories: 300 kcal
Keywords: Caramel apple dessert cups, fall dessert recipes, caramel apple treats, spiced apple desserts, easy caramel apple recipe, streusel topped apple cups