Caramel Apple Dessert Cups

Name: Caramel Apple Dessert Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced; 1 cup white chocolate chips; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup caramel sauce; 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut; 1/4 cup chopped pecans; 4 small dessert bowls or serving cups

These sweet and creamy caramel apple cups taste just like the famous cafe version you love.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 19, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

5 minutes

Total

50 minutes

Serves

If you have ever visited a Zupas cafe, you know exactly how delicious their signature dessert cups are. These treats are the perfect mix of tart apples, rich caramel, and a sweet, crunchy topping that keeps everyone coming back for seconds.

My favorite thing about this recipe is how easy it is to put together when you need a crowd pleasing dessert in a hurry. Just make sure to use firm apples so they hold their shape perfectly once mixed with the creamy filling.

🧺 Ingredients

2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
1 cup white chocolate chips
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup caramel sauce
1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
1/4 cup chopped pecans
4 small dessert bowls or serving cups

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Melt the white chocolate chips with the heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat until the mixture is smooth.
2
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the caramel sauce until well combined.
3
Fold in the diced apples, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans until everything is coated in the creamy sauce.
4
Divide the mixture evenly into four small serving cups.
5
Chill the cups in the refrigerator for at least thirty minutes before serving to let the flavors meld and the sauce set.

💡 Tips

You can store these in the refrigerator for up to two days, but they are definitely best when eaten fresh. If you want an extra crunch, sprinkle a few extra toasted pecans or coconut flakes on top right before you serve them.

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