Apple Waffle Pops with Caramel

ingredients

Ingredients

• 2 large apples, such as Honeycrisp or Pink Lady
• 1½ cups prepared store-bought vegan waffle batter, or waffle mix made according to packet instructions
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
• Neutral oil, for greasing
• ¼ cup vegan caramel sauce
• 8–10 wooden lolly sticks

instructions

Method

1. Prepare the apples. Slice the apples crosswise into rounds approximately ⅓ inch thick. Remove the core from each round using a small cutter, then pat the slices dry.
2. Prepare the batter. If using a waffle mix, prepare according to the packet instructions. Stir in ¼ teaspoon cinnamon. The batter should be thick enough to coat the apples.
3. Heat the waffle maker. Preheat and lightly grease both plates with oil. A waffle maker with deep plates works best.
4. Coat and cook. Dip each apple slice into the batter, coating all sides. Allow any excess to drip off, then place in the waffle maker with space between each slice. Close gently without forcing the lid. Cook for 4–6 minutes, or until golden and cooked through with a tender apple centre. Repeat with the remaining slices.
5. Finish and serve. Allow to cool slightly, then carefully insert a lolly stick through the edge of each slice into the apple flesh. Drizzle with caramel and serve warm, with extra caramel for dipping.