Start by washing your Granny Smith apples thoroughly. Remove any waxy coating by scrubbing them gently under warm water. Dry them completely with a towel. Stick a wooden stick or skewer into the top of each apple.

This step is crucial, as it will make dipping easier later on.

In a medium saucepan, combine the caramel candies and heavy cream. Heat this mixture over low to medium heat, stirring occasionally until everything has melted and resembles a smooth, creamy sauce.

Be careful not to let it burn; keep your eyes on it!

Once your caramel is smooth and silky, remove it from heat. Hold an apple by the stick and dunk it into the caramel. Swirl it around to coat the apple thoroughly, letting any excess caramel drip off before setting it upright.

If you want to add toppings, you can do this while the caramel is still warm. Roll your caramel-coated apple in chopped nuts, sprinkles, or drizzle with melted chocolate for added decoration.

Place the coated apples on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Allow them to cool and set completely. You can also put them in the refrigerator for a quicker process, just watch closely as they may harden too much.

Once set, your easy caramel apples are ready to be enjoyed! Slice them up for sharing or allow everyone to bite into their personalized creation.