Caramel Apple Charcuterie Board Recipe
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 large apples (a mix of Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Gala)
- 1 cup high-quality caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chocolate dessert sauce or melted semi-sweet chocolate
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (mixed with 2 cups cold water)
- 1/2 cup pretzel twists or sticks
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or peanuts
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup toffee bits
- 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- Graham cracker squares for dipping
- Fresh berries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash and dry your apples thoroughly. Slice them into even wedges, removing the cores. To prevent the slices from turning brown, soak them in a bowl of cold water mixed with lemon juice for about 5 minutes. Drain them and pat them very dry with a paper towel before placing them on the board.
- Place your caramel sauce and chocolate sauce into small, microwave-safe ramekins or decorative bowls. Warm them slightly in the microwave for 20-30 seconds until they are smooth and easy to dip into. Place these bowls onto your large serving board first to act as “anchors” for the design.
- Fan out the dried apple slices around the bowls of sauce. Try to group them by color or variety to create a beautiful visual pattern. Leave enough space between the fruit clusters for your dry toppings and snacks.
- Fill in the gaps on the board with pretzels, graham crackers, and nuts. These items provide a salty contrast to the sweet sauces and give guests something sturdy to use for dipping or layering flavors.
- Place the smaller toppings like mini chocolate chips, toffee bits, and marshmallows into even smaller bowls or sprinkle them directly onto the board in small piles. This makes the board look full and abundant. Serve immediately while the sauces are warm and the apples are crisp.