Description
Festive glazed donuts topped with candy-dipped apple slices, caramel, and crunchy bits—an easy no-bake treat perfect for fall tables, work parties, and social hours.
Ingredients
12 plain glazed donuts
2 crisp apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
2 tbsp lemon juice mixed with 2 tbsp water
1 cup red or caramel candy melts
1/4 cup caramel sauce
1/4 cup crushed pecans or peanuts
2 tbsp cinnamon sugar
2 tbsp fall sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
1. Core apples and slice thinly (1/8–1/4 inch). Toss slices in lemon-water, then pat very dry.
2. Melt candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
3. Dip half of each apple slice into melted candy; place on parchment to set for 10 minutes.
4. Arrange donuts on a rack or parchment. Top each with 1–2 candy-coated apple slices.
5. Drizzle with caramel; sprinkle nuts, cinnamon sugar, and sprinkles if using.
6. Let set 5–10 minutes. Serve at once, or transport components separately and assemble on site.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes