Ingredients
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5 large Granny Smith apples
wooden craft sticks
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1 (14 ounce) package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
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2 tablespoons water
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7 ounces chocolate candy bar, broken into pieces
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2 tablespoons shortening, divided
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1 cup colored candy coating melts
Directions
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add apples briefly, using a slotted spoon, to remove any wax that may be present. Wipe dry; set aside to cool. Insert sticks into apples through cores.
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Place unwrapped caramels and 2 tablespoons water into a microwave-safe medium bowl. Cook on High for 2 minutes; stir. Continue cooking and stirring at 1 minute intervals until caramel is melted and smooth.
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Line a baking sheet with waxed paper; coat with cooking spray. Hold apples by sticks; dip into caramel to coat. Set on waxed paper; refrigerate to set, about 15 minutes.
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Microwave chocolate and 1 tablespoon shortening in a microwave-safe bowl until melted and smooth. Dip apples into chocolate to cover caramel layer; return to waxed paper to set.
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Place candy melts and remaining 1 tablespoon shortening in a micro-wave safe bowl; microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until smooth. Use a fork or wooden stick to drizzle melted candy melt in a colorful design onto coated apples. Refrigerate until set, overnight is better.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 831 | Calories |
| 35g | Fat |
| 132g | Carbs |
| 8g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 5 | |
| Calories 831 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 35g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat 18g | 88% |
| Cholesterol 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium 249mg | 11% |
| Total Carbohydrate 132g | 48% |
| Dietary Fiber 5g | 17% |
| Total Sugars 116g | |
| Protein 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin C 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium 244mg | 19% |
| Iron 1mg | 3% |
| Potassium 498mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
