February 19, 2026

Studio Cookin’ – Boozy Apple Bites – With Judge Tim Lapham

Today, we’re studio cookin’ with Judge Tim Lapham! This time around, we’re making Washington Apple Whiskey Crown Drops!

So buckle up, because it’s shaping up to be a long show packed with laughs, good flavors, and the usual shenanigans. You’ve been warned… and yes, it’s totally worth it.

 

🎙️ Host:

Shelley Stuessel-Brian

Director of Operations, Austin County News Online & Co-Creator, Hello Austin County

Greg Stuessel

Publisher, Executive Producer, Technical Director
Austin County News Online & Austin County Media

🎙️ Guests:

Tim Lapham, County Judge

Austin County, Texas

🎧 Episode Recipe:

Washington Apple Whiskey Crown Drops

Ingredients
1 cup finely chopped green apples
1 cup crushed graham crackers
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup whiskey (preferably Crown Royal)
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1/2 cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)

Directions
Begin by gathering all ingredients and tools.
In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped apples,
graham crackers, powdered sugar, whiskey, cream cheese,
and cinnamon.
Mix until well combined and slightly sticky.

Fold in walnuts if using.
Form into small balls about one inch in diameter
and place on a parchment-lined sheet.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

After chilling, drizzle caramel sauce over each ball.
Serve chilled and store in an airtight container in
the refrigerator for up to a week.