Polar Bear Paws Candy Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    35 mins

  • Chill Time

    40 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 15 mins

  • Servings

    65 servings

  • Calories

    116 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Polar Bear Paws Candy Recipe

These polar bear paw candies are caramel nut clusters (made with peanut and cashews) that are coated in a blanket of creamy white chocolate.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 22 oz caramel bits we use 2 (11 oz each) bags of Kraft brand caramel bits
  • 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp heavy whipping cream
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup salted cocktail peanuts
  • 1 cup cashew halves
  • 20 - 30 oz white chocolate wafers I use Ghirardelli brand
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Instructions

Prepare

  1. Line several large baking sheets with wax or parchment paper, then set aside.

Make caramel mixture

  1. In a medium saucepan, add caramel bits, heavy cream, and butter. Heat over LOW heat, and stir occasionally until everything is all melted together.
  2. Once melted, add salt and vanilla and stir to combine.

Stir in nuts and cool a bit

  1. Stir in peanuts and cashews, then remove from the heat and let cool for 15-25 minutes, stirring about every 5 minutes, so the mixture doesn’t harden.

Scoop

  1. Scoop out the peanut mixture in 1/2 Tbsp portions, about 2 inches apart.

Chill

  1. Place baking sheets in the refrigerator or freezer for about 15-20 minutes, until set.

Melt chocolate

  1. Add wafers to a microwave-safe bowl, and microwave at 50% power in 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until melted and smooth.

Cover and chill

  1. Pour a spoonful of melted white chocolate over the top of each nut cluster, then place back in the refrigerator or freezer for another 15-20 minutes, or until set. 

Notes

  • This recipe should yield about 60-70 candies.
  • If you'd like a smaller batch, this recipe is easily halved. Just make sure to halve all the ingredients.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 116kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 5mg (2%) Sodium 50mg (2%) Potassium 75mg (2%) Fiber 0.3g (1%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 37IU (1%) Vitamin C 0.1mg (0%) Calcium 34mg (3%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 65servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 116 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 116kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 50mg 2%
Potassium 75mg 2%
Fiber 0.3g 1%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 37IU 1%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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