Caramel Apple Chantilly Verrine

Elegant No-Bake Caramel Apple Dessert Cups

Prep Time

30–40 minutes

Yield

4–6 dessert cups

 

 Ingredients

 Caramelized Apples

4 medium apples, peeled and diced

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Caramel Sauce

¾ cup granulated sugar

½ cup heavy cream, warm

2 tablespoons butter

Pinch of salt (optional, for salted caramel)

Cookie Crumb Layer

1 cup crushed cookies (Biscoff, Digestive, or Graham crackers)

3 tablespoons melted butter

Cream Cheese Layer

7 oz (200 g) cream cheese, softened

2 tablespoons powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chantilly Cream

¾ cup heavy whipping cream, very cold

2 tablespoons powdered sugar

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Garnish (Optional)

Extra caramel sauce

Cookie crumbs

Small apple pieces

 Instructions

1️⃣ Caramelize the Apples

1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

2. Add diced apples and sugar.

3. Cook for 8–10 minutes until soft and lightly caramelized.

4. Stir in cinnamon and vanilla.

5. Remove from heat and let cool.

2️⃣ Make the Caramel Sauce

1. Heat sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until melted and golden.

2. Slowly add warm heavy cream while whisking (be careful—it will bubble).

3. Add butter and salt; stir until smooth.

4. Let cool slightly.

3️⃣ Prepare the Cookie Crumb Layer

Mix crushed cookies with melted butter until evenly combined.

4️⃣ Make the Cream Cheese Layer

Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.

5️⃣ Whip the Chantilly Cream

Whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

 Assembly (Layering)

1. Caramelized apples

2. Cream cheese layer

3. Cookie crumb layer

4. Drizzle of caramel sauce

5. Chantilly cream on top

6. Garnish with caramel and cookie crumbs

 Chill & Serve

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

 Tips & Variations

✔️ Substitute mascarpone for cream cheese for a richer flavor
✔️ Salted caramel adds a gourmet touch
✔️ Perfect make-ahead dessert
✔️ Ideal for parties, holidays, or dessert cups for sale