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Satisfy your sweet cravings with these caramel apple toppings. We’ve rounded up the 45 best caramel apple toppings perfect for any occasion.

Satisfy your sweet cravings with these caramel apple toppings. We’ve rounded up the 45 best caramel apple toppings perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s for Thanksgiving or Halloween, these toppings for caramel apples are incredibly delicious. Choose from all these toppings and you will absolutely find your favorite. #eatingonadime #caramelappletopping #caramelapple
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Toppings for Caramel Apples

Whether it’s for Thanksgiving or Halloween, these toppings for caramel apples are incredibly delicious. Choose from all these toppings and you will absolutely find your favorite.

Start learning how to make caramel apples to serve delicious desserts to your family. Don’t miss out on these sweet and delightful treats. We even enjoy a caramel apple bar for our parties.

Satisfy your sweet cravings with these caramel apple toppings. We’ve rounded up the 45 best caramel apple toppings perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s for Thanksgiving or Halloween, these toppings for caramel apples are incredibly delicious. Choose from all these toppings and you will absolutely find your favorite. #eatingonadime #caramelappletopping #caramelapple

1. Chocolate chips

Adding chocolate chips to any dessert such as cookies or brownies taste delicious. So, why not try putting chocolate chips on top of your favorite caramel apples? Serve it at your upcoming parties or holiday celebrations and enjoy it with your family!

Chocolate chips
If you are looking for a soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies recipe, this is the one to try. It is easy to make and bakery-style for a delicious treat. 
Chocolate chips

2. Crushed Pretzels

Who knew that your favorite caramel apples can have delicious crushed pretzels as toppings? These crushed pretzels give a sweet and salty combo that will please everyone. Choose crushed cinnamon sugar pretzels to experience a warming and sweet treat!

Crushed Pretzels
Cinnamon sugar pretzels are super easy to make and a delicious snack coated in a yummy cinnamon sugar topping.
Crushed Pretzels

3. Popcorn and M&Ms

If you enjoy popcorn and M&Ms, try adding them on top of caramel apples. You can use any of your favorite popcorn but the most popular is caramel popcorn. It is a perfect snack to enjoy while watching movies with your family and friends.

Popcorn and M&Ms
Homemade caramel popcorn recipe is a sweet and buttery snack with just the right amount of caramel coating so the popcorn stays crispy.
Popcorn and M&Ms

4. Sprinkles

Who doesn’t love colorful desserts with sprinkles like in a melted ice cream cake? Make fun and bright caramel apple slices by using sprinkles as a topping. Go all out with the sprinkles or you can sprinkle lightly if you want less sugar.

Sprinkles
Melted ice cream cake is such a fun dessert and super easy. The cake is really moist and the glaze is delicious.
Sprinkles

5. White Chocolate and Chopped Pistachios

Are you tired of using chocolate fondue as a topping for your caramel apple? Take your sweet treat to the next level by adding white chocolate and chopped pistachios! Use white chocolate chips or white chocolate drizzle and experience the best combo topping.

White Chocolate and Chopped Pistachios
In just a few minutes, you can prepare your easy and favorite chocolate fondue for fruit, cake, and more.
White Chocolate and Chopped Pistachios

6. Marshmallows

You can never go wrong with soft marshmallows as toppings for caramel apples. Use mini marshmallows like the ones you would see in a hot chocolate. Kids and adults will surely love this treat at any party or gathering.

Marshmallows
Learn how to make basic homemade marshmallows WITHOUT corn syrup (using agave syrup) and with real vanilla flavor.
Marshmallows

7. Gummy Bears

Looking for a new caramel apple topping instead of the classic candy coated caramel apples? Make delicious caramel apples with gummy bears on top for a fun and delicious treat. It gives a chewy texture that kids will love at any party.

Gummy Bears
Dress up traditional caramel apples with your favorite candies, such as gummy bears, for an eye-catching and delicious Halloween treat with a chewy texture.
Gummy Bears

8. Candy Corn

You can use candy corn on caramel apples as Halloween treats like candy corn cookies. It is easy to make and only requires a few minutes of your time. Caramel apples with candy corn toppings are a festive dessert for the holiday season!

Candy Corn
Caramel apples with candy corn toppings are an easy and festive dessert for the holiday season!
Candy Corn

9. Chocolate Dipped Caramel Apples

Satisfy your sweet cravings with these chocolate dipped caramel apples at your next holiday party. You can use dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and white chocolate depending on what you prefer. Add this delicious treat to your holiday table and celebrate a fantastic Halloween!

Chocolate-Dipped Caramel Apples
Turn this old-fashioned childhood delight into a sophisticated confection by coating fresh and crunchy apples with chocolatey goodness by dipping them in melted chocolate.
Chocolate-Dipped Caramel Apples

10. Oreo Caramel Apples

Kids will go crazy over these Oreo caramel apples perfect for a holiday treat. This recipe is easy to make that involves crushed Oreos rather than large chunks of it. You can even add an extra white chocolate topping for an even tastier treat.

Oreo Caramel Apples
The gooey caramel-dipped apples are even better with crumbled chocolate sandwich cookies all over them…YUM!
Oreo Caramel Apples

11. Pumpkin Spice and Cinnamon

Try pumpkin spice and cinnamon as toppings on your favorite caramel apple treat. It only calls for instant pumpkin spice coffee to add to your caramel sauce. Put ground cinnamon over it after dipping your caramel apple in it for extra flavor.

Pumpkin Spice and Cinnamon
It is so easy to learn how to make caramel sauce that's seriously so decadent and creamy.
Pumpkin Spice and Cinnamon

12. Peanut Butter Caramel Apples

You won’t resist the delicious peanut butter topping with these peanut butter caramel apples. The nutty peanut butter and sweet caramel are a combination that is worth a try. The additional chopped peanuts in this recipe give it a crunchy texture and salty taste.

Peanut Butter Caramel Apples
These homemade Peanut Butter Caramel Apples are super easy to make. You can even roll them in your favorite toppings to add another layer of flavor.
Peanut Butter Caramel Apples

13. Chocolate Chips and Marshmallows

Who wouldn’t love a similar flavor of S’mores on a sweet treat at a family gathering? Level up your caramel apple by adding sweet chocolate chips and soft marshmallows on top. It will have the same taste as your favorite S’mores dip but in a caramel apple!

Chocolate Chips and Marshmallows
You will not believe just how simple and easy this recipe is. With only 2 ingredients, this no-fuss recipe is effortless.
Chocolate Chips and Marshmallows

14. Fireball

These fireball apples are a unique treat that adults can enjoy at any celebration. This recipe involves Fireball nips but you can use any liquor that you prefer. It creates a fantastic, boozy caramel apple that is only for the grown-ups!

Fireball
This recipe involves Fireball nips but you can use any liquor that you prefer. It creates a fantastic, boozy caramel apple that is only for grown-ups!
Fireball

15. Apple Pie Caramel Apples

Create a delicious combination of caramel apple and cinnamon with these apple pie caramel apples. It includes apples covered in caramel with a white chocolate coating and cinnamon sugar topping. Enjoy this copycat recipe of the popular Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory caramel apples!

Apple Pie Caramel Apples
These apples are covered in a thick layer of caramel, coated in melted white chocolate (or almond bark), and then generously covered in a cinnamon sugar topping!
Apple Pie Caramel Apples

16. I Don’t Trust People Who Don’t Like Chocolate Caramel Apple

The I don’t trust people who don’t like chocolate caramel apple is a fun treat. It’s full of chocolate flavors from homemade brownie mix and M&Ms. This recipe is easy to make and is perfect to satisfy your sweet tooth.

I Don’t Trust People Who Don’t Like Chocolate Caramel Apple
5 ingredients is all you need to create this easy and convenient homemade brownie mix.
I Don’t Trust People Who Don’t Like Chocolate Caramel Apple

17. Candy Bar Caramel Apples

This recipe includes delicious apples dipped in fudgy caramel with chopped candy bar toppings. Use candy bars like Snickers in these candy bar caramel apples perfect for kids.

Candy Bar Caramel Apples
Crisp apples are covered with a layer of caramel, chocolate, and a coating of chopped candy bars. The chocolate and caramel of the apple are a nice accompaniment to the peanut-nougat flavor of the Snickers, but any chopped candy you enjoy will work.
Candy Bar Caramel Apples

18. Nutella Caramel Apples

Enjoy a sweet twist on the traditional caramel apple with these Nutella caramel apples. This recipe involves covering the entire caramel apple with Nutella which will surely please everyone. Serve this tasty treat at your next gathering with your family and friends.

Nutella Caramel Apples
Start with juicy Granny Smith apples which get dipped in a delicious caramel and Nutella mixture. Then those apples are topped off with Christmas candies.
Nutella Caramel Apples

19. Birthday Cake Caramel Apples

You can now enjoy the flavors of caramel apple and cake at the same! Make these birthday cake caramel apples that have similar flavors to a caramel apple cake. Add rainbow sprinkles and melted white chocolate for a finishing touch!

Birthday Cake Caramel Apples
A spice cake made with diced apples, paired with caramel buttercream, and caramel drizzle.
Birthday Cake Caramel Apples

20. Breakfast Caramel Apples

This recipe is perfect for a Saturday morning any time of the week with family. These breakfast caramel apples include breakfast cereal like in this fruity pebble treats. These are light and delightful treats that will be a crowd favorite.

Breakfast Caramel Apples
These eas- to-make fruity pebble bars are always a hit. Plus, they are easy and cheap to make.
Breakfast Caramel Apples

21. Movie Night In Caramel Apples

If you’re wondering what to eat during family movies, try this movie night in caramel apples. This recipe has chocolate-covered raisins, mini M&Ms, and caramel popcorn toppings. Serve this delicious treat and have a fantastic movie experience with the whole family!

Movie Night in Caramel Apples
This Caramel Popcorn is addictive and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.
Movie Night in Caramel Apples

22. Rustic Honey Caramel Apples

Experience a whole new vibe by making these delicious rustic honey caramel apples. This recipe includes apples, raw honey, sea salt, and heavy cream that comes together quickly. Serve this fun and sweet treat to the kids, perfect for a Thanksgiving party.

Rustic Honey Caramel Apples
I love the whole honey caramel apples too, because — just look at them! — they look so cool and just plain fun to eat. This recipe yields approximately 2 cups of caramel, which will cover 6 to 8 medium apples.
Rustic Honey Caramel Apples

23. Heath Bar Caramel Apples

This recipe has flavors of buttery caramel and chocolate with candy bars that taste toffee. These Heath bar caramel apples are a perfect party favor for your holiday parties!

Heath Bar Caramel Apples
These Heath Bar Caramel Apples combine buttery caramel, rich chocolate, and toffee-flavored candy bars to make a decadent dessert.
Heath Bar Caramel Apples

24. S’mores Caramel Apples

These S’mores caramel apples are a fun summer twist on the classic caramel apple. This recipe includes caramel and chocolate layers with marshmallows and crushed graham cracker crumbs on top. Instead of eating it on a stick, serve this tasty treat by slicing them into pieces!

S’mores Caramel Apples
Here is a fun summer twist on the traditional caramel apple with graham cracker crumbs, marshmallows, and layers of caramel and chocolate.
S’mores Caramel Apples

25. Snack Break Caramel Apples

This recipe is a delightful treat that has chocolate, caramel, and peanut butter flavors. It also has additional toppings of chopped Reese’s cups and crushed pretzels. Use any of your favorite pretzels like honey mustard pretzels or chocolate covered pretzels!

Snack Break Caramel Apples
Learn How to make Chocolate Covered Pretzels with only 2 ingredients that taste amazing.
Snack Break Caramel Apples

26. Fruity Caramel Apples

You can put dried fruits as a healthy topping for your favorite caramel apples. This recipe includes caramel apples with vanilla candy coating and freeze dried raspberries. However, feel free to choose any dried fruit in these fruity caramel apples!

Fruity Caramel Apples
I freeze-dried raspberries and decided to combine those with the vanilla candy coating on a caramel apple to see how it would turn out and it is delicious!
Fruity Caramel Apples

27. Peppermint Caramel Apple With White Belgian Chocolate

This peppermint caramel apple with white Belgian chocolate is a beautiful and delicious treat. It uses caramel and white Belgian chocolate coating for the apples with crushed peppermint toppings. It’s a festive dessert that makes a perfect addition to your Christmas table.

Peppermint Caramel Apple with White Belgian Chocolate
The apple starts as a plump granny smith which gets covered with our signature caramel which is then coated with white Belgian chocolate. We add a covering of our peppermint pieces as the final stage of this festive holiday creation.
Peppermint Caramel Apple with White Belgian Chocolate

28. Pumpkin Spice Caramel Apples

If you’re a pumpkin spice lover, try these pumpkin spice caramel apples. This recipe is a delicious and colorful treat perfect for a fall themed party. It only needs four ingredients: apples, caramel, white chocolate chips, and pumpkin pie spice creamer.

Pumpkin Spice Caramel Apples
These pumpkin spice caramel apples are made with four ingredients (including the apples!) so there’s no way you can’t manage this in your kitchen.
Pumpkin Spice Caramel Apples

29. Creepy Crawly Caramel Apples

Celebrate a spooky Halloween with these creepy crawly caramel apples. This recipe has flavors of white chocolate, sweet caramel, and tart apples. Serve this delicious treat and impress your family and friends!

Creepy Crawly Caramel Apples
Our Creepy Crawly Caramel Apples use tart Granny Smith apples and are decorated with a white chocolate web pattern and (of course!) small toy spiders.
Creepy Crawly Caramel Apples

30. Peanutty Caramel Apples

These peanutty caramel apples include dry chopped nuts as toppings to make a fantastic treat. It adds a crunchy texture to the crisp sweet apples that everyone will love!

Peanutty Caramel Apples
Chopped peanuts add a layer of nutty deliciousness to classic caramel apples to make this peanut caramel apple dessert.
Peanutty Caramel Apples

31. Candy caramel apples

Make candy caramel apples if you’re used to the classic spooky chocolate caramel apple eyeballs. It is a fantastic holiday treat that your family and friends will love. Plus, it is a great choice if you’re stuck between candy apples or caramel apples!

Candy caramel apples
I sat the apples onto orange cupcake liners after I dipped them and I slipped a black and white paper straw over the candy stick white the chocolate was still wet to give them more of a “Halloween” look!
Candy caramel apples

32. Marshmallow Cereal Caramel Apples

A fun twist for caramel apples is these marshmallow cereal caramel apples perfect for kids. Dip the apples into the caramel and put your favorite marshmallow cereal on top. This recipe comes together easily, so serve it at your next party or family gathering.

Marshmallow Cereal Caramel Apples
Make your caramel dip, which comes together with less than five ingredients and can be stored and reheated on the stove. Then roll your apple in your favorite cereal for a fun twist the kids will love!
Marshmallow Cereal Caramel Apples

33. Pumpkin Spice Latte Caramel Apples

Take your pumpkin spice to the next level by making these pumpkin spice latte caramel apples. It combines pumpkin pie spice and white chocolate caramel into a yummy caramel apple topping. The white chocolate gives the caramel a dairy taste which serves as the latte!

Pumpkin Spice Latte Caramel Apples
Why not make a white chocolate caramel, add pumpkin pie spice, and use it as a seasonal dip for apples? The white chocolate adds a dairy flavor to the caramel that subs in for the “latte”. These are stick-to-your-teeth good.
Pumpkin Spice Latte Caramel Apples

34. Coconut Caramel Apples

This recipe includes delicious coconut caramel sauce with shredded coconut toppings that you will love. It has a smooth texture and tropical coconut flavor that tastes fantastic with caramel apples. Try making these coconut caramel apples and experience a healthy treat with your family.

Coconut Caramel Apples
Dip fresh apples into luscious coconut caramel sauce for a spectacular treat with a velvety, smooth texture, and tropical coconut flavor.
Coconut Caramel Apples

35. Salted caramel apples

Enjoy a combination of sweet and salty flavors with these salted caramel apples. This recipe includes fresh tart apples with a delicious homemade salted caramel coating perfect for everyone. Put sea salt on top if you want to add extra salty goodness!

Salted caramel apples
The homemade caramel is given a salted twist and the crisp apples are coated in the sweet goodness.
Salted caramel apples

36. Cereal Covered Caramel Apples

Try making cereal covered caramel apples if you love cocoa puffs and fruity pebbles. This recipe is easy to make and kid-friendly perfect for any event. It is a fantastic way to savor dessert and breakfast at the same time!

Cereal Covered Caramel Apples
An easy and kid-friendly take on a fall classic that will have you enjoying breakfast and dessert at the same time!
Cereal Covered Caramel Apples

37. Rice Krispie Caramel Apples

Rice Krispie caramel apples are a must-try for those who love Rice Krispie cereal! This recipe includes apples, white chocolate chips, caramel squares, milk, and Rice Krispie cereal. It is perfect to share with the kids and family on a Sunday morning.

Rice Krispie Caramel Apples
Bring the delicious snap, crackle, and pop of Rice Krispie cereal to your candied apples with this delicious (and oh so cute) Rice Krispie Caramel Apples recipe!
Rice Krispie Caramel Apples

38. Caramel apples with M&Ms candies

M&Ms candies as toppings of caramel apples will be a new favorite treat for kids. Put every color of M&Ms in the caramel apples like in M&M cookies. You can also choose just one color in each caramel apple for a neat treat!

No need to use a candy thermometer to check the candy.

Caramel apples with M&Ms candies
Each bite is bursting with chocolate chips and M&M’s candy for an amazing treat without much work.
Caramel apples with M&Ms candies

39. Reese’s Pieces Chocolate Caramel Apples

Boost the flavor of your favorite caramel apples by adding Reese’s Pieces candies on top. These Reese’s Pieces chocolate caramel apples only require four ingredients and come together easily. Make a batch of this sweet treat that everyone will love.

Don’t worry you can use other types of toppings. These easy caramel apples can be made with gala apples and more. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Reese’s Pieces Chocolate Caramel Apples
This 4-ingredient and beginner-friendly recipe is simple: Melt your candy, dip your apples, and roll your fruit in REESE'S PIECES Peanut Butter Candy for added texture and flavor.
Reese’s Pieces Chocolate Caramel Apples

40. White Chocolate Caramel Apples

These white chocolate caramel apples are a beautiful addition to your Thanksgiving table. This recipe includes candy melts with white marshmallow flavor but you can use pure white chocolate. It is a perfect treat for everyone, especially those who are white chocolate lovers.

White Chocolate Caramel Apples
These White Chocolate Caramel apples are a delicious and elegant dessert, perfect for Thanksgiving or any other Autumn gathering.
White Chocolate Caramel Apples

41. Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Spice Caramel Apples

These chocolate covered pumpkin spice caramel apples are the perfect treat for the holidays. This recipe includes a hint of pumpkin spice seasoning and delicious chocolate flavors. It is a delicious sweet treat that will get everyone in the holiday mood!

Melt the chocolate and caramel in a microwave safe bowl for best results. You can also melt in saucepan. Place dipped apples on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Spice Caramel Apples
So easy to make and flavored with a dash of pumpkin spice seasoning making them one perfect sweet treat for the holidays.
Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Spice Caramel Apples

42. Caramel Apples with Coconut and Chocolate Drizzle

The combination of coconut and chocolate toppings on caramel apples is worth a try. These caramel apples with coconut and chocolate drizzle are a fantastic treat for everyone.

Remove excess caramel after dipping the apples. Store in the fridge until set.

Caramel Apples with Coconut and Chocolate Drizzle
Adding ooey, gooey, sweet, and sticky caramel to a crisp fall apple is always a good idea. And adding coconut and chocolate on top of that? Brilliant.
Caramel Apples with Coconut and Chocolate Drizzle

43. Butterfinger Caramel Apples

These delightful butterfinger caramel apples will be a huge hit with the kids. It includes homemade Butterfinger caramel sauce that makes a fantastic treat for the holidays. Make a batch of this recipe on your next picnic, celebration, or family gathering.

This is even better with salted caramel sauce. We love these homemade caramel apples. These would be perfect wrapped as gifts. You can top with mini chocolate chips, mini m&m and other caramel apple topping ideas.

Butterfinger Caramel Apples
Tart Granny Smith apples coated with sweet, homemade Butterfinger caramel sauce that's perfect for Halloween!
Butterfinger Caramel Apples

44. Spooky Caramel Apples With Bows

Make this recipe for a more creative treat than the classic spooky black caramel apples. These spooky caramel apples with bows give a mysterious vibes perfect for your holiday party! These are perfect with granny smith apples.

These apples are perfect with a variety of toppings. Add chopped pecans, walnuts, or macadamia nuts. Make gourmet caramel apples for a delicious treat.

Spooky Caramel Apples with Bows
Perfect for the season, put a fun and spooky spin on caramel apples by adding McCormick black food coloring to the mix.
Spooky Caramel Apples with Bows

45. Strawberry Pop Tarts and Butter Cake Crumble

Try this recipe if you want a new flavor other than cookie coated caramel apples. Add strawberry Pop Tarts and butter cake crumble on top of your favorite caramel apples. It combines flavors of sweet Pop Tart, spongy cake, and the crispiness of the apple.

You even top with melted chocolate serve with popsicle sticks or craft sticks. Use different types of apples such as pink lady, honeycrisp, or fuji apples.

Strawberry Pop Tarts and Butter Cake Crumble
It combines flavors of sweet Pop Tart, spongy cake, and the crispiness of the apple.
Strawberry Pop Tarts and Butter Cake Crumble
Satisfy your sweet cravings with these caramel apple toppings. We’ve rounded up the 45 best caramel apple toppings perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s for Thanksgiving or Halloween, these toppings for caramel apples are incredibly delicious. Choose from all these toppings and you will absolutely find your favorite. #eatingonadime #caramelappletopping #caramelapple

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