CARAMEL NOUGAT CANDY

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With crunchy peanuts, gooey caramel and fluffy marshmallow creme, these sweet sensations taste just like one of my favorite candy bars. I usually make several batches of candy at a time to include on my Christmas dessert tray or to give as gifts.-Maddymoo, Taste of Home Online Community

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup marshmallow creme
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1 tablespoon water
1-1/2 cups chopped salted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate; stir until smooth. Stir in marshmallow creme and peanut butter. Let stand 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Roll into 3/4-in. balls., In another microwave-safe bowl, melt caramels with water; stir until smooth. Dip balls in caramel; allow excess to drip off. Roll in peanuts and place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Chill until firm. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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