Caramel Apple Cookies

I first made these in home ec class in high school. they are a little time consuming, but are so cute - just like mini taffy apples!!

Preheat oven to 350.

In large bowl , beat powdered sugar , butter and 1 tablespoon of the apple juice concentrate until light and fluffy.

Stir in four and salt.

Shape dough into 3 / 4 inch balls.

Place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets.

Bake 12-17 minutes or until edges are light golden brown.

Immediately insert toothpick in center of each cookie.

Cool completely on wire racks.

In a heavy saucepan over low heat , combine caramels , 2 tablespoons of apple juice concentrate and water.

Cook until mixture is smooth , stirring constantly.

Place nuts on a plate.

Spoon caramel mixture over whole cookie , letting excess drip off.

Press bottom of cookie into nuts.

Set on sheet of wax paper.

Repeat with remaining cookies.

If caramel becomes too thick , stir in more water 1 / 4 teaspoon at a time.

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