Butterfinger Carmel Apples

Submitted by Wendi.

INGREDIENTS
6 wooden craft sticks (found in cake decorating or hobby shops)
6 tart apples-firm
1 package caramels (about 50)
2 tablespoons water
2 Nestle Butterfinger Candy Bars

DIRECTIONS
1. Line tray with wax paper. Insert 1 wooden stick into stem of each apple.

2. Microwave caramels and water in large, microwave safe bowl on HIGH power for 2 minutes. Microwave at additional 10-20 second intervals, stirring until smooth.

3. Dip each apple in melted caramel; scrape excess caramel from bottoms. Quickly roll bottom half of apples in chopped Butterfinger, and then place on prepared tray.

4. Refrigerate for 45 minutes or until set. Store apples in the refrigerator in airtight container. Apples are best if they are served the same day as they are prepared.

NOTE: If caramel becomes firm, return to microwave oven for 20-30 seconds or until dipping consistency. Cook’s Tip: Be sure apples are completely dry before dipping---otherwise the caramel will not stick to the apple.

Be creative - you can roll your caramel apples in all kinds of toppings: Chopped CRUNCH bars, pretzels, Oreos, Heath (toffee) bars…etc, etc.