Step 1

Prepare 1 or 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

Slice the apples into full slices, not wedges, about ¼ an inch thick. Firmly insert a candy sucker stick into the bottom of the apple. You may want to use a knife to make a small hole to help insert it. Place them on a paper towel.

Step 3

Place a second paper towel on top of the apple slices and pat them dry.

Step 4

In a shallow, microwave safe bowl, place 1 cup of the dark chocolate chips and heat it for 30 seconds in the microwave.

Step 5

Stir the chips well and microwave again in 10-15 second increments, stirring between each until the chips are fully melted.

Step 6

Pat the apple slices dry once more with a paper towel and then dip them one by one in the melted chocolate until fully coated. (coat them a little past the base of the stick). You can also spoon the chocolate onto the apple, just be sure to fully cover it. If you leave any exposed apple the juices will make the chocolate not adhear as well.

Step 7

Gently scrape off excess chocolate and then place the coated apple slice on the prepared baking sheet to set.

Step 8

Repeat with each apple slice until they are all coated. When you run out of chocolate, repeat steps 4-5 with the remaining chocolate chips.

Step 9

In a second, shallow, microwave safe bowl place the caramel squares and water and microwave for 30 seconds.

Step 10

Stir the caramel and water together and, if necessary, continue to microwave for 10-15 seconds before removing and stirring well. Repeat until the caramel is completely melted.

Step 11

Use a spoon or fork to drizzle the caramel over the chocolate coated apples in any pattern or design you choose.

Step 12

Immediately place any toppings on top of the caramel and then place the slices in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes or until set.