Caramel Apple Trifles 🍏🍂🍮

Caramel Apple Trifles: A Perfect Fall Dessert 🍏🍂🍮

As the leaves begin to change and the air grows crisp, there’s no better way to embrace the essence of autumn than with a delightful dessert that captures the flavors of the season. Our Caramel Apple Trifles blend the tangy sweetness of Granny Smith apples with rich, homemade caramel and a spicy cinnamon whip. It’s the ideal treat for a cozy night in or your next fall gathering.

Ingredients

For the Caramel Sauce:

• 1 cup (207g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (120ml) water
• 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 to 1 tsp salt

For the Cinnamon Apples:

• 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• 1/8 tsp nutmeg
• 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 4 tbsp (56g) packed brown sugar

For the Cinnamon Whipped Cream and Granola:

• 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup (58g) powdered sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 cup cinnamon granola

Instructions

1. Make the Caramel Sauce:
   • Combine granulated sugar and water in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat until the sugar dissolves (3-5 minutes).
   • Add butter and let it melt. Increase the heat to medium and bring to a boil, allowing the mixture to reach a deep golden copper color without stirring (10-15 minutes).
   • Remove from heat, carefully whisk in the heavy cream, then the vanilla extract and salt. Allow to cool to room temperature.
2. Prepare the Cinnamon Apples:
   • Toss diced apples with lemon juice, nutmeg, cinnamon, and brown sugar in a medium pan.
   • Cook over medium heat until apples are tender (about 10 minutes). Allow to cool.
3. Make the Cinnamon Whipped Cream:
   • Beat heavy whipping cream in a large bowl until it starts to thicken. Add powdered sugar and cinnamon, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
4. Assemble the Trifles:
   • In individual serving glasses, layer whipped cream, granola, caramel sauce, and cinnamon apples. Repeat the layers.
   • Top with an extra drizzle of caramel sauce.

Additional Tips

• These trifles taste best when allowed to set in the fridge for a few hours before serving, letting the flavors meld beautifully.
• The granola adds a delightful crunch, though it will soften over time, so it’s best to enjoy the trifles within a day or two of assembly.

This Caramel Apple Trifle is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visually appealing dessert that’s sure to impress. Enjoy the flavors of fall in each spoonful! 🍏🍂🍮