If you’re a caramel lover, you’re in for a treat! From ooey-gooey creations to rich, decadent bites, caramel adds the perfect balance of sweetness and depth to any dessert. We’ve gathered 13 irresistible caramel desserts that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Caramel Apple Cake

A moist, spiced cake layered with tender apple chunks and a luscious caramel glaze, making every bite delightfully rich and fruity.
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Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Bars
Layers of buttery shortbread, gooey caramel, and creamy chocolate come together in this irresistible treat.
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Homemade Caramel Sauce
Silky, golden caramel sauce you can drizzle over just about anything—from ice cream to pancakes—to add a sweet, buttery touch.
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Salted Caramel Sheet Cake
This light, fluffy cake is topped with a silky salted caramel frosting that strikes the perfect balance of sweet and salty.
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Southern Caramel Cake
Thin layers of tender yellow cake smothered in a traditional Southern-style caramel icing. It’s a sweet classic that never disappoints.
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Mini Caramel Apples
Cute, bite-sized caramel apples that make snacking fun and delicious. A great way to combine crisp apple flavor with a sweet caramel coating.
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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie
These layered bars combine rich chocolate brownie, tangy cheesecake, and caramel-drizzled apple slices for a dessert trifecta.
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Gochujang Caramel Cookies
Soft cookies with a bold twist, blending spicy gochujang with sweet caramel for a uniquely addictive treat.
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Banana Caramel Cake
Layers of fluffy banana cake paired with a creamy caramel filling and frosting. It’s a fusion of classic flavors in every slice.
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Caramel Apple Popcorn
Crunchy popcorn coated in a buttery caramel glaze and paired with dried apple pieces for a sweet and chewy contrast.
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Salted Caramel Brown Butter Snickerdoodles
A warm, nutty twist on a classic cookie, combining the richness of brown butter with a chewy salted caramel center.
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Caramel Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
Soft chocolate cookies with a gooey caramel center, creating the ultimate handheld chocolate-caramel treat.
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Salted Caramel S’mores
The campfire favorite gets an upgrade with melty caramel layered with chocolate, marshmallows, and graham crackers.
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