Caramel Apples

Directions

1. 1
   Insert a wooden stick into the stem end of each apple.
2. 2
   Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
3. 3
   Make the caramel: Melt the sugar and corn syrup in a large pot over medium-high heat, stirring with a wooden spoon until combined.
4. 4
   Don't stress if it starts to clump: It will eventually even out.
5. 5
   Cook, swirling the pan but not stirring, until dark amber in color and a candy thermometer registers 245 degrees F, 8 to 12 minutes.
6. 6
   Add the butter all at once, stirring until incorporated.
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   Turn down the heat to medium and pour in the heavy cream (the mixture will foam up); whisk until smooth.
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   Increase the heat to medium high and bring the caramel up to 250 degrees F, 8 to 10 minutes.
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   Turn off the heat and let cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Dip the apples in the caramel and roll in crushed cookies; place on the baking sheet to set, 5 to 10 minutes.
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    Photograph by Coral Von Zumwalt