August 6-12: Apple Week

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Caramel Apples

Materials:

• 6 apples
• 6 flat 4-inch long wooden sticks
• Package of caramels, 14 ounces
• Water
• Microwave-safe bowl
• Spoon
• Wax paper
• Candy

Directions:

1. Insert sticks into bottom of apples.
2. Unwrap caramels and add to bowl with water.
3. Microwave until melted, stirring halfway through.
4. Dip apples in caramel. Use a spoon to make sure all of apple is covered.
5. Place on wax paper.
6. You may also wish to decorate apples with candy or sprinkles.
7. Refrigerate.

Source(s): familycorner.com, adapted for the Toolbox Training book 100 Cooking Activities for Kids (activity D3).

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