These apples look so pretty. I always admire them when I have seen them in upscale candy shops. Do you think you could sometime do something similar with pretzel rods? I have tried and if I put them on wax or parchment paper to dry they have a "puddle" on the side that was on the paper. I have stood them up in juice glasses and that works ok but would love any tips you might have for doing that. They make nice additions to cookie trays I give out at the holidays. Thanks for all the wonderful ideas. Hi Amelia, I have had the same thing happen with puddling for both caramel apples and other dipped items. The best advice I can offer is to dip and then let the apple or pretel drip for a bit over the pot. You can turn it as it drips, and use a spoon to wipe off any excess caramel. A cold tray can help the caramel set more quickly, so that it doesn't spread as much. I usually have a fan going in the kitchen so I can point it at things that need to cool off quickly. Hope this helps! ~ MaryJane

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