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Nutty Caramel Clusters

Name: Nutty Caramel Clusters
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1-1/2 dozen.
Ingredients: 25 caramels; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon milk; 1 cup sliced almonds; 1/2 cup salted dry roasted peanuts; 1/2 cup pecan halves; 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips; 2 teaspoons shortening

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Total Time

Prep: 15 min. + chilling

Makes

1-1/2 dozen

Don't be fooled by the impressive presentation of these sweet candies. They're so easy to make, even our two young sons can help. —Charlyn Koistinen, Hayti, South Dakota

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Ingredients

25 caramels
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon milk
1 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup salted dry roasted peanuts
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoons shortening

Directions

In a 1-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the caramels, butter and milk. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until caramels are melted, stirring once. Stir in the almonds, peanuts and pecans. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until blended. Spoon over clusters. Refrigerate until set. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 161 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 74mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.

Nutty Caramel Clusters

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