Caramel Apples

1. Wash and thoroughly dry apples. Remove stems and press a popsicle stick into the center of each apple.
2. Place a piece of wax paper on a baking sheet and spray with cooking spray. Set aside.
3. Cut a small piece off the side of each marshmallow. Set aside.
4. Combine the caramel bits and water in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium low heat, stirring constantly until melted. Transfer caramel to a heat-safe liquid measuring cup or deep bowl.
5. Dip each apple into the caramel, spooning the caramel over the sides if needed. Scrape the excess caramel off the bottom of the apple and place on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Place two marshmallows on the top of the apple to make the Mickey ears. If the marshmallows start to slide, you can secure them with toothpicks.
7. Chill the apples in the refrigerator for 1 hour or until the caramel is set.
8. Once the caramel has set, place the candy melts in a microwave safe bowl and heat in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted.
9. Carefully dip each apple into the candy melts, using a spoon to cover the top and sides if needed. Tap off the excess and place back on the greased baking sheet. Chill for 10 minutes in the refrigerator.
10. Make the stem decorations by taking a bit of fondant and rolling it into a stem shape. Press the fondant piece into the top of the apple.
11. Store apples in the refrigerator until ready to eat.