Caramel at Epcot

The makers of Werther’s® Original® Caramels, will celebrate the grand opening of their first and only freestanding retail location in the world, located in the Germany Pavilion of the World Showcase at Epcot®.

The Karamell-Küche provides visitors with the delectable taste of Werther’s signature caramel fresh off the stove, paired with a wide range of treats like caramel popcorn, caramel-covered apples and caramel-dipped strawberries. German Caramel chefs create and serve these homemade confections right in front of you.

“The best part about the Karamell-Küche is that we get to share the story of Werther’s and how it all started in Germany, and came to the United States,” said Jannis Huntgeburth, Karamell-Küche caramel chef from Göttingen, Germany. “I love to connect with customers through our story, and even more, I enjoy creating delicious treats like my favorite, caramel-dipped strawberries, that are a customer favorite.”

The shop models itself after an old-world, German caramel kitchen, leaving visitors feeling as though they have gone back in time. Inside Karamell-Küche, customers will find a wide range of tasty treats —brownies, cookies, and fudge made fresh daily, as well as specialty and giftable merchandise that can only be found at the Karamell-Küche at Epcot®. Choose from a host of mouthwatering goodies being displayed, or opt to indulge in a Werther’s caramel creation made fresh right in front of you. If you aren’t able to make it to Epcot® in Lake Buena Vista, FL, we invite you to prepare a special caramel treat in your own home. Below is the Werther’s Funny Face Caramel Apple recipe to help you bring the delight of Karamell-Küche to your own family’s kitchen.

Werther’s® Original® Funny Face Caramel Apples

Ingredients:
75 pieces (approx 16.5oz) Werther’s Original Chewy Caramels, unwrapped
2 ounces Werther’s Original Caramel Chocolates Dark Cream, unwrapped
2 ounces Werther’s Original Caramel Chocolates Milk, unwrapped
6 medium-size Granny Smith apples
6 popsicle sticks
2 ounces assorted candies and caramel popcorn
2 tablespoons evaporated milk

Directions:

Wash and dry apples. Insert one popsicle stick in the core of each apple.

Place unwrapped caramels and evaporated milk in stainless steel melting bowl or a 1-quart microwave safe bowl. Microwave on high, stirring every 30-45 seconds until fully melted and smooth, about 2 minutes. If using a stainless steel bowl, heat over very low heat, stirring frequently.

Carefully dip each apple in the melted caramel, using a spoon to cover. The caramel thickens as it cools so it is best to work quickly. If necessary, return the caramel to the microwave for 30 seconds at a time to return it to dipping consistency.

Place apples on wax paper-lined cookie sheet. Meanwhile, place unwrapped Caramel Dark Cream Chocolates into a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave on 80% heat setting, stirring every 30 seconds until melted, about 60 seconds. Repeat with Caramel Milk Chocolate. Be careful not to burn chocolate.

Apply chocolate and candies as pictured to finish off Funny Face Caramel Apples! Serves six. For more information, or to find more caramel recipes, visit www.caramelfest.com.