Gourmet Caramel Apples

Prep Time:
5 mins

Cook Time:
45 mins

Total Time:
50 mins

Servings:
5

Ingredients

1(14 ounce) packageindividually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
• 2tablespoonswater
• 7ounceschocolate candy bar, broken into pieces
• 2tablespoonsshortening, divided
• 1cupcolored candy coating melts

Directions

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; cool. Insert sticks into apples through cores.

Place unwrapped caramels and 2 tablespoons water into a microwave-safe medium bowl. Microwave on high for 2 minutes; stir. Continue microwaving and stirring, at 1 minute intervals, until caramel is melted and smooth.

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.

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.

Place candy melts and remaining 1 tablespoon shortening in a micro-wave safe bowl; microwave until smooth, stirring every 30 seconds. Drizzle melted candy melt in a colorful design onto coated apples using a fork or wooden stick. Refrigerate until set, overnight is better.

Cook's Note:

You can use wooden craft sticks for this recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

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