Taffy Apple Salad

By Stephanie Gallagher

kidscooking.about.com

Taffy Apple Salad

Stephanie Gallagher

This taffy apple salad makes a light and refreshing dessert or a sweet side dish that's perfect for potlucks and parties.

Although the recipe calls for the salad to be chilled 8 hours, you can serve it right away if you're short on time. And be prepared: Once you make this dish, people will want you to make it again and again!

Prep Time: 8 hours, 20 minutes

Total Time: 8 hours, 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 20 oz. can pineapple chunks
• 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1 Tbsp. flour
• 8 oz. frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
• 4 large apples, diced
• 1 cup miniature marshmallows
• 2 cups peanuts

Preparation:

1. Drain liquid from pineapple chunks into a 3-quart saucepan. Add vinegar, sugar, egg and flour. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick.


2. Remove from heat and pour into a large bowl. Add thawed whipping topping, stirring well to combine.


3. Add pineapple chunks, apples, marshmallows and peanuts. Stir well.


4. Refrigerate, ideally about 8 hours, before serving. (Although it's fine to serve it right away if you're short on time.