4 or 5	med	Apples
		Wooden sticks
65		Smart & Final vanilla caramels
2	tbsp and 1 tsp	Water

Microwave -

• Wash and dry apples. Insert a wooden stick into the stem end of each apple.
• Unwrap caramels and place in a microwave-safe bowl. Add water. Microwave on high for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes for a smooth sauce. Let mixture stand 1 minute for coating to thicken slightly.
• Coat apples with sauce by dipping apples into hot caramel sauce. Remove excess caramel from bottom of apples and place on greased wax paper.
• Decorate with Smart & Final Nut Topping if desired.
• Serve immediately or store in refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conventional-

• Wash and dry apples. Insert a wooden stick into the stem end of each apple.
• Unwrap caramels and place in a 1 1/2 quart saucepan. Melt caramels with water over low heat, stirring frequently. Let mixture stand for 1 minute for coating to thicken slightly.
• Coat apples with sauce by dipping apples into hot caramel sauce. Remove excess caramel from bottom of apples and place on greased wax paper.
• Decorate with Smart & Final Nut topping if desired.
• Serve immediately or store in refrigerator for up to 2 days.