Introduction
These Caramel Apple Dessert Cups are a delightful treat combining sweet and tangy flavors. Layers of creamy vanilla pudding, soft cream cheese, crisp apple pieces, and crunchy vanilla wafer crumbs are topped with whipped cream and drizzled with caramel sauce. Perfect for parties or a cozy dessert at home!Ingredients2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted2 apples, peeled and diced8 oz cream cheese, softened1 box vanilla pudding mix1 1/2 cups cold milk1 cup whipped topping1/2 cup caramel sauce2 tbsp brown sugar1/2 tsp cinnamonInstructionsPrepare the crust:In a medium bowl, combine the vanilla wafer crumbs and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press a layer of this mixture into the bottom of each dessert cup.Cook the apples:In a small saucepan, combine the diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender. Let cool slightly.Make the pudding layer:In a separate bowl, whisk the vanilla pudding mix with cold milk according to the package instructions. Fold in the softened cream cheese until smooth.Assemble the cups:Spoon a layer of pudding mixture over the crust in each cup.Add a layer of cooked apples.Repeat layers as desired.Top with whipped cream and caramel:Add a generous swirl of whipped topping on each cup. Top with additional apple pieces and drizzle caramel sauce over the top.Chill and serve:Refrigerate the dessert cups for at least 1–2 hours before serving to allow layers to set. Enjoy!