Caramel Nut Marshmallows

Name: Caramel Nut Marshmallows
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 20 servings.
Cuisine: Comfort Food Desserts, Comfort Food Recipes
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups finely chopped pecans; 36 caramels; 2 tablespoons hot water; 20 large marshmallows

These are a different kind of treat for the holiday candy plate. I had this recipe long before microwaves, but now preparation is much easier.—Berdine See, Independence, Iowa

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups finely chopped pecans
36 caramels
2 tablespoons hot water
20 large marshmallows

Directions

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.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested with Hershey caramels. This recipe was tested with an 1100-watt microwave.

Editor's Note

This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 154 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 48mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.

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mariwhits

Dec 17, 2010

very good and easy to make i will make this again
sondy13

Nov 13, 2008

I found the heated caramels were too hot to use my fingers, so I used a toothpick. Some of the caramel combo slid down on the marshmallow, but the residents of a senior living center, thought they were great, especially since the toothpick helped then handle the delightful treat.