Caramel Apple Dessert Cups
Indulge in the delightful layers of Caramel Apple Dessert Cups, a no-bake treat that perfectly captures the essence of fall. These individual cups feature a crunchy vanilla wafer crust, creamy salted caramel mousse, and warm cinnamon apples, making them a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. The best part? They’re simple to prepare and can be made ahead of time for effortless entertaining. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, these portable dessert cups will satisfy your sweet cravings and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 28 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups peeled and chopped apples
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 pkg (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup milk
- ⅓ cup salted caramel sauce
- 1½ cups heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook the apples: In a medium saucepan, combine apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat until softened; let cool.
- Prepare the crust: Mix vanilla wafer crumbs with melted butter in a bowl. Press into plastic dessert cups to form bases.
- Make the mousse: Whisk together pudding mix and milk until smooth; chill for 5 minutes. Stir in caramel sauce, then blend in whipped heavy cream until thick.
- Assemble: Pipe mousse over crusts, top with apple mixture, and drizzle extra caramel as desired.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dessert cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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