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Taffy Apple Salad Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 413 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 1 can crushed pineapple chunks (15 ounces), drained, reserve the juice
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 4 teaspoons distilled white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted roasted peanuts
  • 4 Snickers candy bars cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8-ounce container whipped topping thawed
  • 2 tart apples peeled, cored, and chopped
  • Caramel sauce for topping (optional)

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the miniature marshmallows and pineapple chunks. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight.
    Taffy Apple Salad Recipe step 1
  • In a small saucepan, whisk together the reserved pineapple juice, sugar, beaten egg, vinegar, and flour. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
    Taffy Apple Salad Recipe step 2
  • Transfer the sauce to a bowl, cover, and chill for at least 8 hours or overnight. The next day, combine the chilled fruit mixture with the chilled sauce in a large serving bowl.
    Taffy Apple Salad Recipe step 3
  • Carefully fold in the peanuts, Snickers, whipped topping, and chopped apples until well mixed, reserving some candy or nuts for garnish if you like. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Before serving, drizzle with caramel sauce and add other toppings of your choice for garnish, if desired.
    Taffy Apple Salad Recipe step 4

Nutrition

Calories: 413kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 142mgFiber: 6g
Keyword Taffy Apple Salad
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