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Polar Bear Paws Candy

Polar Bear Paws Candy: Irresistible Holiday Treats to Share

Create delightful Polar Bear Paws Candy with creamy caramel, crunchy peanuts, and sweet white chocolate—perfect for holiday sharing!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel Mixture
  • 12 pieces Caramel Squares Can be melted in the microwave for convenience.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Roasted Salted Peanuts Can use other nuts like cashews for a twist.
For the Coating
  • 1 pound White Almond Bark Alternative chocolate types may require adjustments for consistency.
Optional Decoration
  • Sprinkles For visual appeal and festive decoration.

Equipment

  • microwave
  • Medium Pot
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Melt the Caramel Mixture: In a medium pot, combine caramel squares, heavy cream, unsalted butter, and vanilla. Heat over medium, stirring for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  3. Stir in the Peanuts: Remove from heat and fold in roasted peanuts until evenly coated.
  4. Form the Candy Mounds: Spoon mounds onto the lined baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  5. Chill and Set: Refrigerate for about 1 hour until firm.
  6. Melt the White Almond Bark: Melt in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  7. Coat Each Candy Mound: Dip the cooled mounds in melted almond bark and return to the baking sheet.
  8. Add Optional Decorations: Sprinkle festive sprinkles on top before the chocolate sets.
  9. Store or Serve: Once set, enjoy or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These candies make great gifts when packaged in festive tins or boxes.

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