Caramel Apples

     

Ingredients

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  Preparation
• 6 apples 
• Food-safe branches, such as magnolia twigs, or craft sticks
• 1 (14-oz.) package caramels 
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon water
• Crushed peanut brittle or toasted pecans

1. Remove the stems from apples, and insert food-safe branches or craft sticks. Microwave caramels, vanilla extract, and water until melted, stirring every 30 seconds. Quickly dip or drizzle apples with caramel mixture; roll or sprinkle with crushed peanut brittle or toasted pecans, if desired. Stand apples on lightly greased wax paper, and chill 15 minutes before serving.

Source:southernliving.com