How to Make Nutty Chocolate Caramel Apples

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Make Nutty Chocolate Caramel Apples

Although caramel apples are luscious by themselves, adding a layer of chocolate will turn them into a fabulously decadent treat. Makes four apples.

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Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Make caramel apples (see recipe under Related eHows).
Step 2

Refrigerate caramel apples for 15 to 30 minutes, or until caramel has set.
Step 3

Place chocolate and butter or shortening in a large microwavable bowl.
Step 4

Cook on medium for 1 minute. Stir.
Step 5

Return bowl to microwave and cook on medium for another 1 to 2 minutes, or until all chocolate is nearly melted, stirring every minute.
Step 6

Remove bowl and stir until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is smooth.
Step 7

Dip caramel apples in chocolate or drizzle with chocolate as desired.
Step 8

Roll apples in chopped nuts while the chocolate is still soft.
Step 9

Put apples on greased cookie sheet until chocolate is set and firm.

Tips & Warnings

Chocolate caramel apples will keep in the refrigerator for about two weeks.
For the tastiest chocolate-covered apples, buy the best baking chocolate you can afford.

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