HONEY CARAMEL APPLES

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When caramel apple season arrives, we roll apples in salted pecans and drizzle them with homemade fudge. For a different crunch factor, use honey-roasted peanuts. -Cori Cooper, Flagstaff, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup honey
6 wooden pop sticks
6 medium green apples, chilled
Chopped honey-roasted peanuts, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine whipping cream and honey over medium heat. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until thermometer reads 260°, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat; allow to thicken 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, insert a wooden pop stick into the core of each apple. Dip apples in caramel mixture, rolling to coat evenly. If desired, roll in honey-roasted peanuts. Place on waxed paper; refrigerate or store in a cool location until caramel is set, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 19mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein.