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Caramel Apple Trifles Recipe

Caramel Apple Trifles Recipe


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Indulgent Caramel Apple Trifles invite sweet memories of autumn’s embrace, layering rich flavors and textures. Creamy custard, spiced apples, and buttery caramel create a dessert that promises pure comfort with each delightful spoonful you’ll savor.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 4 apples, peeled and diced
  • 2 cups caramel sauce

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Cream Ingredient:

  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped

Instructions

  1. Gently simmer diced apples in caramel sauce over medium heat until they soften and become slightly translucent, approximately 5-7 minutes. Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature.
  2. Create a foundation in individual serving glasses by sprinkling a generous layer of graham cracker crumbs as the base.
  3. Carefully distribute the cooled caramel-infused apple pieces evenly across the crumb layer.
  4. Generously pipe or spoon fluffy whipped cream on top of the apple layer, ensuring complete coverage.
  5. Delicately drizzle additional caramel sauce in a zigzag pattern over the whipped cream surface.
  6. Lightly dust the entire dessert with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for aromatic enhancement.
  7. Refrigerate the assembled trifles for 60 minutes to allow flavors to meld and cream to set, creating a chilled and cohesive dessert experience.

Notes

  • Swap regular caramel sauce with a dairy-free version for vegan guests, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delightful dessert.
  • Toast graham cracker crumbs briefly in a skillet to enhance their nutty flavor and add a delicious crunch to the trifle layers.
  • Use firm baking apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to maintain texture and prevent mushiness during cooking.
  • Prepare components ahead of time and assemble just before serving to keep graham cracker layers crisp and prevent soggy desserts.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 490
  • Sugar: 48g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg