Caramel apples are a classic October treat, especially between Thanksgiving (yes it is in October here in Canada) and Halloween. Unfortunately they are typically loaded with high fructose corn syrup and bad fats and are served in monstrous portions. Halloween food doesn’t have to be scary!
But that doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy fun comfort food favorites, with a few small healthier changes (including my incredible raw salted caramel recipe) and much more reasonable portion sizes it is ok to enjoy a treat once in a while. I hope you enjoy my mini raw salted caramel apple recipe at your next festive get together!
Image: Pixabay
Mini Raw Salted Caramel Apples
2 large Granny Smith Apples
2 Tb chopped raw nuts, cacao nibs or shredded unsweetened coconut
Using a melon-baller scoop out round balls of the apple and lightly blot each with paper towel. If the apple is too juicy the caramel will not stick. Dip each apple ball about half-way into the caramel, gently pressing the caramel onto the apple if it is starting to slip. Lightly press the bottom of the caramel covered apple into the chopped nuts, cacao nibs or shredded coconut to cover the base. Enjoy!
I love to hear from you, please let me know how this turns out for you in the comments below and on Facebook!
Love what you are reading? Stay in the loop and never miss a recipe; subscribe to our FREE Nutritionista ezine for free expert tips, success strategies and delicious healthy recipes and receive Erin’s exclusive list of the Top Ten Foods to Banish From Your Kitchen ($24.99 value) absolutely free! Get ready to nourish yourself sexy!
© 2013 Nutritionista. Erin Luyendyk, RHN. All rights reserved.
All material found on www.thenutritionista.ca is intended as general educational material only and should not be considered medical or nutritional advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical condition and has not been evaluated by the FDA. Please consult with your personal physician before implementing any health, nutrition, supplement or exercise program to ensure its safety and suitability for your specific individual situation
