Taffy Apple Salad
Cook Time: 10 minutes | Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Description: This salad brings a playful twist to the table, trying to exude sophistication but ending up as a delightful treat that even the most serious of eaters can’t resist! Bursting with the flavors of tropical fruits, it’s a hit among the younger audience, but let’s be honest, even the most grown-up among us can’t help but indulge in its charm.
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Pineapple, Apple, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Low Protein, Healthy, Kid Friendly, Kosher, Free Of…, Potluck, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Halloween, < 30 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 | Brown sugar |
| 1 | Cornstarch |
| 2 | Lemon juice |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1 | Can of pineapple tidbits |
| 1 | Golden delicious apple |
| 5 cups | Miniature marshmallows |
| 2 cups | Salted peanuts |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 183.7
- Fat Content: 5.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 17.6mg
- Sodium Content: 22mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 34.9g
- Fiber Content: 2.1g
- Sugar Content: 28.5g
- Protein Content: 1.3g
Servings: 12
Recipe Instructions:
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In a small, heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, egg, and pineapple juice. 🍍
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Cook this delightful concoction over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens into a luscious mixture, which should take about 10 minutes. 🕒
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Once thickened to perfection, remove from heat and let it cool. Then, pop it into the refrigerator for a relaxing chill session, about 1 hour should do the trick. ❄️
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In a medium-sized bowl, prepare for a harmonious marriage of flavors by gently folding the chilled lemon-egg mixture into the whipped topping until they’re completely blended together. This is where the magic happens! ✨
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Now, in a larger bowl, it’s time to assemble the star-studded cast of ingredients: pineapple, apples, marshmallows, and peanuts. It’s like hosting a fruity party in a bowl! 🥳
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Carefully stir in the tantalizing topping mixture, ensuring that every morsel of fruit and nut gets its fair share of the creamy goodness. This is where you’ll truly see the salad come to life! 🎉
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With everything beautifully combined, it’s time to let the flavors mingle and dance together in the refrigerator for a few hours, ideally 2 to 3, before serving. This allows the salad to chill and firm up, ensuring each bite is a symphony of flavors and textures. 🎶
And there you have it, a Taffy Apple Salad that’s sure to steal the spotlight at any gathering, whether it’s a holiday feast or a simple potluck. So go ahead, indulge your inner child and treat yourself to a taste of pure joy!
