Microwave Caramel Nut Candy Food

CARAMEL NUT MARSHMALLOWS

Steps:

• Line a baking sheet with waxed paper; set aside. Place nuts in a shallow dish. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine caramels and water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 30-90 seconds or until melted, stirring twice., Dip each marshmallow into melted caramel, then roll in pecans. Place on prepared baking sheet. Let marshmallows stand until set.

EASY MICROWAVE CARAMELS

Steps:

• In 2-qt. microwave-safe pitcher, combine the butter, sugar, syrup, milk and salt. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring once after every minute. When butter is melted, stir well. Attach microwave candy thermometer. Microwave on high for about 8 minutes or until mixture reaches 245° (firm-ball stage). No stirring is needed. Remove from microwave; stir in vanilla and walnuts. Let stand for 10 minutes, stirring well several times. Pour into buttered 13x9-in. pan (smaller 11x7-in. pan yields thicker candy as shown in photo). Refrigerate until cool. Invert pan. Carefully tap out whole block of candy; cut in squares. Wrap in waxed paper and store in refrigerator. (Can also freeze.)

CARAMEL NUT ROLLS (CANDY)

Steps:

• Put the caramels, butter and and half and half in a 2 quart casserole dish or mixing bowl.
• Microwave on medium 3-5 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes, then every minute after.
• Stir in the sugar until smooth, then add nuts.
• Stir in the marshmallows, using only a few strokes.
• Sprinkle 2 large sheets of waxed paaper with coconut.
• Split mixture in half and spoon onto coconut.
• Shape into logs, coating well with coconut.
• Chill til hard, then slice.

MICROWAVE CARAMEL FUDGE

Steps:

• In a large microwave-safe glass bowl (8-cup Pyrex measuring cup works well) with a spoon mix together whipping cream, white sugar and brown sugar just until combined; microwave at high for 15 minutes stirring, using a wooden spoon at half time (note: it is important that the mixture cooks in the microwave for the full 15 mins).
• Remove from microwave (careful the bowl is HOT!).
• Add butter and vanilla; with a spoon, mix well for about 1 minute.
• Add chopped nuts (if using) mix.
• Pour into a buttered 8 x 8-in square baking pan (or a smaller pan).
• Refrigerate for 2 or more hours before cutting into small squares.
• Delicious!

MICROWAVE CARAMELS

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients.
• Cook 6 minutes, stirring every two minutes.
• Stir and pour into lightly greased dish.
• Let cool.
• Cut, wrap in wax paper & store in air tight container.

MICROWAVE CARAMEL NUT CANDY

Steps:

• Lightly butter 9x9 inch baking pan.
• Combine caramels and water in 2 quart measuring cup and cook on high until caramels softened slightly, about 2- 3 mins.
• Stir through, using wooden spoon to melt completely.
• Blend in nuts, mixing well.
• Pour into prepared pan and refrigerate until firm.
• Cut into 1-inch squares.