Caramel Apple Rice Krispies Treats

Ooey, gooey caramel meets your favorite crisped rice treat in this caramel apple Rice Krispies Treat recipe. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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  Total Time

  Prep: 20 + standing
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  Makes

  1 dozen

Ingredients

• 1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows
• 3 tablespoons canola oil
• 6 cups Rice Krispies
• 1 cup dried apples, chopped
• 1 package (11 ounces) caramels

Directions

• In a microwave or in a large saucepan over low heat, melt marshmallows and oil; stir until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in cereal and dried apples. Shape 1/2 cup mixture into an apple-shape. Insert stick into center and let cool to room temperature. Melt caramels according to package directions. Spread caramel onto apples and set on waxed paper to cool.

Nutrition Facts

1 treat: 278 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 165mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

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