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Polar Bear Paws Candy

Delicious Polar Bear Paws Candy for Your Holiday Joy

Irresistible Polar Bear Paws Candy brings joy with creamy caramel and crunchy salted peanuts wrapped in white chocolate, perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Caramel Mixture
  • 14 ounces Caramel Squares Consider using soft caramels for better blending.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Can substitute with half & half.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Make sure to use unsalted for better control over saltiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla extract for the best taste.
Candy Coating
  • 16 ounces White Almond Bark White chocolate chips can be used but add coconut oil for better melting.
  • 1 cup Sprinkles Optional decoration.
Crunchy Center
  • 2 cups Roasted Salted Peanuts Can substitute with cashews or other nuts.

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Spoon or cookie scoop

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium pot over medium heat, combine caramel squares, heavy whipping cream, unsalted butter, and vanilla extract; stir continuously until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in roasted salted peanuts until evenly coated with caramel.
  4. Spoon the caramel and peanut mixture onto the lined baking sheet, shaping them into tablespoon-sized mounds.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for about 1 hour until firm.
  6. Melt white almond bark in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
  7. Dip each chilled mound into the melted almond bark, tapping off excess, then sprinkle with toppings.
  8. Allow candy to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage. Enjoy at room temperature for a softer texture.

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