1. Prepare the Baking Pan

• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. This will prevent the caramel from sticking to the pan and make cleanup easy.

2. Melt the Caramels

• Place the unwrapped caramels in a microwave-safe bowl and pour the heavy cream over them.
• Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each session, until the caramels are completely melted and smooth. This should take about 1 to 1.5 minutes total. Stir well to ensure the caramel is creamy and lump-free.

3. Crush the Apple Chips

• While the caramel is melting, crush the apple chips into small pieces. You can do this by placing the chips in a resealable bag and using a rolling pin or the bottom of a pan to crush them. Spread the crushed apple chips out on a small plate or shallow dish.

4. Dip the Pretzels

• Working one pretzel at a time, dip half of each mini pretzel into the melted caramel. Be sure to scrape off any excess caramel on the side of the bowl to prevent dripping.
• Immediately dip the caramel-coated pretzel into the crushed apple chips, gently pressing the chips onto the caramel to help them stick.

5. Set the Pretzels

• Place the coated pretzels onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out to prevent sticking.
• Continue dipping and coating until all of the caramel is used up. You should end up with about 50-60 bites depending on the amount of caramel and apple chips used.

6. Allow to Set

• Let the pretzel bites sit for a few minutes to allow the caramel to firm up.
• Once set, transfer the pretzels to a serving dish or package them up for later enjoyment. They can be eaten as soon as they’re ready, or stored for later snacking.