Caramel Apple Dessert Cups
Prep Time: 45 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Yield: 28 (2-ounce cups)
Caramel Apple Dessert Cups are an easy, delicious, and portable no-bake dessert. A vanilla wafer crust, salted caramel mousse, cinnamon apples, and a drizzle of salted caramel sauce make these cups irresistible and perfect for apple season!
Ingredients:
Cinnamon Apples:
4 cups apples, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
Caramel Apple Dessert Cups:
2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
1/4 cup salted or unsalted butter, melted
1 package instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 ounces)
1 cup milk
1/3 cup salted caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
Additional caramel sauce for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare the Cinnamon Apples:In a medium saucepan, combine peeled and chopped apples, light brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Stir and cook over medium heat until the apples are soft and the liquid thickens.
Set aside to cool.
Make the Vanilla Wafer Crust:In a mixing bowl, combine vanilla wafer crumbs and melted butter.
Stir until fully incorporated.
Portion the vanilla wafer crumbs into 28 (2-ounce) plastic cups.
Use the back of one of the plastic cups to press the crumbs down to create the crust.
Prepare the Caramel Mousse:In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk.
Whisk to combine and chill for 5 minutes.
Add the salted caramel sauce to the vanilla pudding mixture.
Use an electric hand mixer on medium speed to mix the caramel into the pudding until smooth.
Pour in the heavy cream and whip with an electric hand mixer for 3-5 minutes until it becomes thick and creamy.
Assemble the Dessert Cups:Transfer the caramel mousse mixture to a large piping bag.
Pipe the mousse into the plastic cups on top of the vanilla wafer crust.
Using a spoon, portion the cinnamon apples over the caramel mousse.
Drizzle with additional caramel sauce if desired.
Chill and Serve:Seal the cups with lids and chill.
The cups can be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
These Caramel Apple Dessert Cups are perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful blend of flavors in a convenient, easy-to-serve format.
