How to Make Caramel Apple Dessert Cups Step by Step
Caramel apple dessert cups are an easy, delicious, and portable no bake dessert. Vanilla wafer crust, salted caramel mousse, cinnamon apples, and a drizzle of caramel sauce make them perfect for apple season!
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 28 2-ounce cups
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Cinnamon Apples
- 4 cups (500 g) apples, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup (110 g) light brown sugar
- 1 tsp (2 g) cinnamon
Caramel Apple Dessert Cups
- 2 cups (220 g) vanilla wafer crumbs
- 1/4 cup (57 g) salted or unsalted butter, melted
- 1 pkg (96 g) instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 ounces)
- 1 cup (244 g) milk
- 1/3 cup (75 g) salted caramel sauce (homemade or store bought)
- 1 1/2 cups (357 g) heavy cream
- Additional caramel sauce for garnish
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, combine peeled and chopped apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir and cook over medium heat until the apples are soft and the liquid thickens. Set aside to cool.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine vanilla wafer crumbs and melted butter. Stir until fully incorporated.
3. Portion vanilla wafer crumbs into 28 – 2 ounce plastic cups. Use the back of one of the cups to press down and create the crust.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine instant vanilla pudding mix and milk. Whisk to combine. Chill for 5 minutes.
5. Add salted caramel sauce to the pudding mixture. Use an electric hand mixer to mix until smooth.
6. Pour in the heavy cream and whip with an electric hand mixer for 3–5 minutes until thick and creamy.
7. Transfer the caramel mousse mixture to a large piping bag. Pipe the mousse into the cups on top of the crust.
8. Using a spoon, portion the cinnamon apples over the caramel mousse.
9. Drizzle with additional caramel sauce if desired.
10. Seal the cups with a lid and chill. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 2 to 3 days.
Notes
Caramel apple dessert cups should be stored chilled in the refrigerator and can be enjoyed for up to 3 days. Perfect make-ahead treat for parties or gatherings.
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