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This Caramel Apple In A Jar is perfect for a fall party or to give as a gift. The jar includes caramels, mini M&Ms, and a small apple!

An apple on top of a glass jar filled with caramels and candy.

Last weekend was the first day of autumn and that calls for a special treat. This caramel apple is super cute, but the best part is that that caramel apple can be made in the jar!

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How to Make A Caramel Apple In A Jar

An apple and some candies on a wooden tabletop.

To assemble the jars, gather mini M&M’s, wrapped caramels, jars, baker’s twine, lollipop sticks, and small apples.

A hand is pouring candy from a measuring cup into a glass jar.

Dump the mini M&M’s into the jar.

Wrapped caramels in a jar of M&M's.

Top with 12 wrapped caramels.

An apple with leaves attached sitting on top of a glass jar with candy inside.

Add the lid, top with the apple, and tie on some twine. Add a lollipop stick and the printed recipe, if desired.

Mini M&M's, caramels in a jar, an apple and a teaspoon of water.

To make the caramel apple in the jar, remove the mini M&M’s and place them in the lid. Unwrap the caramels and put them back into the jar. Add 1 teaspoon of water to the jar and put it in the microwave for 60 seconds at 50% power.

Stir and microwave for another 15-30 seconds at 50% power and stir until smooth. Be sure to watch very carefully. (Unfortunately, I know from experience that cooking it too long will cause the caramel to boil over and burn!) Put a lollipop stick into the washed and dried apple.

An apple on a stick dipped into melted caramel in a jar.

Put the apple into the caramel in the jar. Use a knife to spread additional caramel over the entire apple.

A caramel apple dipped into candies in a jar lid.

Dip and roll the caramel apple into the mini M&M’s.

A caramel apple with M&Ms candy covering it.

Fill in any empty places by adding M&M’s with your fingers. Gently press mini M&M’s into the caramel and set it on a piece of parchment paper.

Caramel Apple In A Mason Jar

These would be so fun to make for a fall party to give as party favors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What size jars do I need?

I used Kerr Half-Pint Wid Mouth mason jars. They are big enough to hold the caramels and M&M’s. Plus, they have a wide mouth so that the small apples will fit.

Where did you get small apples?

I got these apples from my mom’s tree and I love that there are still a couple of leaves attached. Small apples are often easy to find in the fall. If you can’t find small enough ones, melt the caramel in a bowl instead of the jar.

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An apple on top of a glass jar filled with caramels and candy.

Caramel Apple In A Jar

This Caramel Apple In A Jar is perfect for a fall party or to give as a gift. The jar includes caramels, mini M&Ms, and a small apple!
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Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 3 minutes
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 12 wrapped caramels
  • 1/4 cup mini M&M’s
  • 1 teaspoon water
  • 1 small apple

Instructions

  • Remove the caramels from the jar and set them aside.
  • Transfer the mini M&M's to the upside-down jar lid.
  • Unwrap the caramels and place them in the mason jar.
  • Add the water and microwave for 60 seconds at 50% power. Stir and microwave for another 15-30 seconds at 50% power and stir until smooth. Be sure to watch very carefully.
  • Insert a lollipop stick into the apple.
  • Dip the apple in the melted caramel. Use a knife to add caramel to the entire apple.
  • Dip and roll the caramel apple in the mini M&M's.
  • Fill in any empty places by adding M&M's with your fingers.
  • Gently press mini M&M's into the caramel and set it on a piece of parchment paper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cups | Calories: 813 kcal | Carbohydrates: 155 g | Protein: 8 g | Fat: 21 g | Saturated Fat: 10 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9 g | Cholesterol: 16 mg | Sodium: 331 mg | Fiber: 6 g | Sugar: 131 g
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Author: Tonia Larson

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About Tonia Larson

Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 14+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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  4. Julia @ FaveCrafts says

    Hi Tonia,

    What a cute project! I love it so much that I decided to feature it in our roundup of gifts in a jar! Check it out here: http://www.favecraftsblog.com/christmas-gifts-in-a-jar/

    Have a great day!

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    • Tonia says

      The caramels that I bought for this post were already wrapped like these Kraft Caramels: http://www.kraftbrands.com/caramels/products/default.aspx
      Best of luck with the jars!
      ~Tonia

      Reply

  6. Sarah says

    Best party favor!! Didn’t want another bag filled with just candy or plastic junk, which I must admit I tend to throw out those goodie bags. Just adorable!!!

    Reply

  9. Kristen Duke says

    Love, love, love this idea!!! I’ve seen so many ideas for gifts in a jar but never a caramel apple. Great idea, thanks for sharing!

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  11. kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says

    Such an adorable idea. I love giving our teachers small gifts for Halloween…this would be so cute!!

    Reply

  12. Sandra says

    Hi Tonia,

    I stumbled across your site today and I am so glad I did. You have some wonderful ideas! I had a question about the jar size you note for this recipe. In the recipe you reference the Ball 8 oz jars. But they look like the Ball 4 oz jars. Could you please confirm? I plan to give these as thank you gifts to the guest of my daughter’s 13th Bday party. Great parting gift for any age birthday, don’t you think? Thanks again 🙂

    Reply

    • Tonia says

      Hi Sandra,
      I’m delighted that you found my site! They are Kerr 8 oz jars. Even though I used small apples from my mom’s tree, I had to use the 8 oz wide mouth jar. It is the size of a 1 cup measuring cup. These are the ones I used: http://www.freshpreservingstore.com/kerr-half-pint-8-oz-wide-mouth-jars-set-of-12/shop/383255/
      Enjoy the party!
      ~Tonia

      Reply

  13. Betsy says

    This is such a fun idea. If only I was having a party so I could do something like this. Hmmm? I might have to figure something out.

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  14. Laurie says

    Tonia, this is BRILLIANT! Really clever! Beautiful photography, too! Who wouldn’t want to receive one??

    I loved it so much, I linked to it on my blog (link in my name).

    Reply

  16. Cindy Chandler says

    If you don’t mind sharing or telling—where did you get the font used on the top picture “Caramel Apple In A Jar”? And/Or what’s the name of it. I love it. And the recipe don’t sound half bad either. Thanks for your wonderful blog.

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    • Tonia says

      Hi Cindy,
      I’m delighted to hear that you enjoy my blog and love my recipe…kind of. 😉
      The font is Xiomara http://www.dafont.com/xiomara.font
      Thanks for stopping by!
      ~Tonia

      Reply

  17. Anna Bennett says

    Okay Tonia,you have got to have the Happiest family in the world, Not to mention very happy friends & neighbors.
    You are awesome.

    Reply

  19. Lyuba@willcookforsmiles says

    What a great idea! YOU are the queen of gifts in a jar!
    I’m so pinning it to the mason jar board 🙂

    Reply