Hot Caramel Apples

Ingredients:

• 4 large tart apples, cored
• 1/2 C. apple juice
• 8 T. brown sugar
• 12 red-hot candies
• 4 T. butter or margarine
• 8 caramels
• 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
• Whipped cream (optional)
  

Directions:

1. Peel about 3/4 inch off the top of each apple; place in a crock pot. Pour juice over apples.
2. Fill the center of each apple with 2 tablespoons sugar, three red-hots, 1 tablespoon of butter and two caramels. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
3. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours or until the apples are tender.
4. Serve immediately with whipped cream, if desired.