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Apple Snickers Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Ivy
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Apple Snickers Salad is a delightful and indulgent dessert salad combining crisp diced apples, creamy vanilla pudding, chopped Snickers bars, mini marshmallows, and a drizzle of caramel sauce. Perfectly chilled and easy to prepare, it offers a delicious balance of tartness, sweetness, and creamy texture making it a crowd-pleaser for gatherings and potlucks.

Ingredients

Apples

  • 5 cups diced apples (from about 6 small Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Snickers Candy

  • 2 cups chopped Snickers candy bars (from 5-6 king-sized bars)

Pudding Base

  • 3/4 cup cold milk
  • 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 8 oz Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream

Additional Ingredients

  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Prep the Apples: Wash, core, and dice the apples into bite-sized chunks (about ½ inch). Toss the diced apples with lemon juice to prevent browning and add a hint of tartness.
  2. Chop the Snickers: Unwrap the Snickers bars and chop them into small pieces (about ¼ inch). Reserve ¼ cup of chopped Snickers for garnish.
  3. Make the Pudding Base: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cold milk and instant vanilla pudding mix until smooth and thickened. Gently fold in the Cool Whip to create a creamy pudding mixture.
  4. Combine the Salad: Add the diced apples, chopped Snickers (except the reserved portion), and mini marshmallows to the pudding mixture. Stir gently until well combined.
  5. Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and to chill thoroughly.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Before serving, drizzle the salad with caramel sauce and sprinkle the reserved chopped Snickers on top for a finishing touch.

Notes

  • Use a mix of tart and sweet apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp for balanced flavor.
  • Make sure the pudding mixture is thick before folding in the whipped topping to achieve the best creamy texture.
  • This salad is best served chilled; refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
  • You can substitute Cool Whip with homemade whipped cream for a fresher taste.
  • Reserve some chopped Snickers pieces for garnish to enhance presentation.
  • The lemon juice helps keep the apples from browning and adds a slight tartness that balances the sweetness.

Find it online: https://ivysrecipes.com/apple-snickers-salad-recipe/