This is a new summertime twist on an old favorite, caramel apple.
Who says the caramel apple is just for autumn?
Easy to make and just as delicious as the original, Grilled Caramel Apples are the perfect dessert to serve when you’re grilling this summer. Enjoy with caramel topping and chopped peanuts or even add a scoop of vanilla ice-cream or whipped cream.
You can easily transform this recipe from caramel apple into candied apple by replacing the caramel sauce with a simple syrup. This dish is incredibly simple to make and you’re sure to impress your guests when it’s served!

Grilled Caramel Apples
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
This is a new twist on an old favorite. You can use caramel or a sugar syrup with this, making either caramel apples or candied apples. Top with ice-cream or whipped cream for an extra burst of sweetness.
Servings: 4 apples
Calories: 310 kcal
Ingredients
Apples
- 4 apples granny smith or fuji cored and cut into thick slices
- cooking spray for lightly coating apples
Topping
- 1/3 cup salted peanuts shelled
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
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Preheat outdoor grill on medium-high heat.
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Using cooking spray, lightly grease both sides of each apple slice. Be careful not to over-grease.
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Place each apple slice on the grill. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the bottom of each slice has dark grill marks. Flip and grill for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side. Remove from heat and set aside.
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In a heavy saucepan add sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar turns into a golden brown liquid. Continue to cook and stir for 5-10 minutes, or until sugar is a syrup-like consistency.
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Place apple slices on a plate. Pour caramel sauce over apples evenly.
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In a food processor, process peanuts until they are finely chopped. Add to top of caramel apples.
Nutrition Facts
Grilled Caramel Apples
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310
Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g
5%
Sodium 37mg
2%
Potassium 200mg
6%
Total Carbohydrates 72g
24%
Dietary Fiber 5g
20%
Sugars 64g
Protein 2g
4%
Vitamin A
2%
Vitamin C
20%
Calcium
8%
Iron
3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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