Holiday wreath crafted with crisp apples, rich caramel, melted chocolate, and colorful festive toppings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 4 large crisp apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), cored and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
02 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
→ Caramel
03 - 1 cup soft caramel candies, unwrapped
04 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream
→ Chocolate
05 - 1/2 cup dark or milk chocolate chips
→ Toppings
06 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
07 - 1/4 cup red and green candy-coated chocolates
08 - 2 tablespoons holiday-themed sprinkles
09 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut (optional)
# Method:
01 - Toss apple slices with lemon juice to prevent browning and arrange in a wreath shape on a large round serving platter, overlapping slightly.
02 - Place caramel candies and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-second increments, stirring until smooth and fully melted.
03 - Evenly drizzle the warm caramel over the arranged apple slices.
04 - Melt chocolate chips in a separate microwave-safe bowl using 20-second intervals until smooth, then drizzle over the caramel-coated apples.
05 - Immediately sprinkle chopped nuts, candy-coated chocolates, holiday sprinkles, and shredded coconut (if using) over the top.
06 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to achieve the best texture before serving.
