Taffy Apple Salad

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I got this taffy apple recipe from my Aunt Sandy, and it is delicious! Plan ahead because this recipe needs to chill overnight.

Submitted by Jeanne
Updated on May 23, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
8 hrs 25 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 2 ½ cups miniature marshmallows

  • 1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks - drained with juice reserved

  • ½ cup white sugar

  • 1 large egg, beaten

  • 1 ½ tablespoons distilled white vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

  • 1 ½ cups roasted Spanish peanuts

  • 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

  • 2 tart apples - peeled, cored and chopped

Directions

  1. Combine marshamallows and pineapple chunks in a medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.

  2. Stir together reserved pineapple juice, sugar, beaten egg, vinegar, and flour in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook and stir until sauce is thickened. Transfer to a second medium bowl; cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.

  3. Combine chilled marshmallow mixture and sauce in a large serving bowl. Stir in peanuts, whipped topping, and apples until well combined. Cover and refrigerate salad until serving time.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

410 Calories
21g Fat
50g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 410
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g 28%
Saturated Fat 8g 42%
Cholesterol 23mg 8%
Sodium 142mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 50g 18%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 40g
Protein 9g 17%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 31mg 2%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 287mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.