Recipe: Hazelnut-Apple Cotlets (candies using gelatin)

HAZELNUT-APPLE COTLETS

2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1 cup grated apple, divided use
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup finely chopped hazelnuts
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
FOR FINISHING CANDIES:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Soften gelatin using package directions. Combine 1/2 of the apple with gelatin in bowl. Let stand 10 minutes.

Combine remaining 1/2 cup apple, sugar and lemon juice in large saucepan; mix well. Stir in gelatin-apple mixture. Bring to a boil. Simmer 15 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes.

Add hazelnuts and vanilla; mix well. Pour into greased (8 8-inch) pan. Let stand for 24 hours.

Cut into squares. Roll in mixture of confectioners' sugar and cornstarch.

Makes 20 candies
Source: Dundee Hazelnuts and The Oregon Hazelnut Industry