Caramel Apples Recipe

Directions:

1. Wash and dry apples.
2. Insert a wooden stick into the stem of each apple. Microwave method: Unwrap caramels and place in a microwave-safe bowl.
3. Add water.
4. Microwave on high for three minutes, stirring after two minutes for a smooth sauce. Let mixture stand one minute for coating to thicken slightly.
5. Coat apples with sauce by dipping apples into hot caramel sauce. Remove excess caramel from bottom of apples and place on greased waxed paper.
6. Serve immediately or store in refrigerator for up to 2 days.
7. Conventional method: Wash and dry apples.
8. Insert a wooden stick into the stem end of each apple. Unwrap caramels and place in a 1 1/2 quart saucepan.
9. Melt caramels with water over low heat, stirring frequently.
10. Let mixture stand for one minute for coating to thicken slightly.
11. Coat apples with sauce by dipping apples into hot caramel sauce. Remove excess caramel from bottom of apples and place on greased waxed paper.
12. Serve immediately or store in refrigerator for up to 2 days.