Halloween Chocolate Covered Apples (Dipped Slices)

Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and spooky at your next halloween party with our halloween chocolate covered apples. A treat that combines crisp apples with melted chocolate for a hauntingly delicious experience!

When Halloween approaches, it’s time to get creative in the kitchen. While trick-or-treating is the highlight for many, there’s something special about making your own spooky treats. 

One such delight is Halloween Chocolate Covered Apples. This classic confection combines the natural goodness of apples with the indulgent richness of chocolate, creating a delightful contrast that’s perfect for the season. 

The best part about these halloween chocolate apples is that they’re such a simple recipe. They are such a fun treat to make with kids, and so perfect when that time of year rolls around.

In this blog post, we’ll explore how to make these sweet treats and some creative ideas to make them extra spooktacular!

If you love chocolate treats you may also want to try my Homemade Snickers Chocolate Bars or my Healthy Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups.

WHY THESE ARE THE PERFECT HALLOWEEN TREAT

Apples, nature’s candies, provide the perfect base for your Halloween-themed treat. They offer a satisfying crunch and a hint of tartness that pairs beautifully with the sweetness of chocolate. 

Plus, apples are rich in vitamins and fiber, making them a healthier option compared to other Halloween candies. By dipping them in chocolate, you’re giving a nutritious fruit a fun and indulgent twist.

INGREDIENTS YOU NEED FOR THE CHOCOLATE HALLOWEEN APPLES

You will need the following ingredients listed below to make the halloween candy apples (the exact measurements, nutrition facts and full recipe are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):

• Large apples (choose your favorite variety) – some of my favorite apples are granny smith apples, fuji apples, gala apples, pink lady apples or honeycrisp apples. 
• Orange or black candy melts – can also use dark chocolate chips, milk chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate, or white chocolate chips mixed with coconut oil.
• Sprinkles and eyeballs or toppings of your choice (e.g., chopped nuts, creamy peanut butter, caramel drizzle, chocolate wafers, coconut flakes, sea salt, crushed cookies)
• Lollipop sticks, popsicle sticks or skewers.

HOW TO MAKE

1. Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Use a sharp knife or an apple corer to cut the apples into slices, removing the seeds and core. You can choose to keep the apple peel on for extra color and nutrition.
2. Melt the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler. Be sure to follow the instructions to prevent overheating the chocolate.
3. Insert lollipop stick or popsicle stick into the bottom of each apple slice. Make sure they are securely in place.
4. Dip apples into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off.
5. Before the chocolate hardens, quickly sprinkle on your choice of Halloween-themed toppings. Get creative with your designs, from mummies with drizzled white chocolate to bats made from dark chocolate.
6. Place the apples on wax paper, parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to allow candy coating to cool and harden. This should take about 30 minutes. Can also add to refrigerator to speed up the process.

CREATIVE DECORATING IDEAS

Now, let’s get into the Halloween spirit and explore some creative decorating ideas for your chocolate-covered apples:

1. Monster Apples: Use mini marshmallows as eyes and candy corn as teeth to turn your apples into delightful monsters.
2. Spider Apples: Pipe on chocolate spiderwebs and add chocolate spider-shaped candies for a creepy-crawly effect.
3. Mummy Apples: Drizzle melted white chocolate over your apples in a crisscross pattern to create the look of mummy bandages. Can use white candy melts or white chocolate chips.
4. Jack-O’-Lantern Apples: Use orange-colored chocolate and pipe on black chocolate to make the classic Jack-O’-Lantern faces.
5. Haunted Forest Apples: Crush up chocolate cookies and stick them to the chocolate-covered apple to create a haunted forest effect.

STORAGE

FAQS

CAN I USE ANY TYPE OF APPLE FOR THE CHOCOLATE-COVERED APPLE SLICES?

While you can use your favorite apple variety, crisper and slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best as they provide a pleasant contrast to the sweetness of the chocolate.

HOW FAR IN ADVANCE CAN I MAKE THESE DIPPED APPLES FOR A HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION?

You can prepare chocolate-covered apples a day or two in advance. Be sure to store them in the refrigerator to keep the chocolate firm and the apples fresh.

They will stay fresh for a maximum of 3-4 days.

HOW TO PREVENT THE CHOCOLATE FROM SEIZING WHILE MELTING?

To prevent the chocolate from seizing, ensure that no water or steam comes into contact with the melting chocolate. 

Use dry, clean utensils and avoid overheating the chocolate. Melt it in short intervals, stirring in between, until it’s smooth.

CAN I MAKE THESE CHOCOLATE-DIPPED APPLE SLICES WITH KIDS?

es, making Halloween Chocolate-Covered Apples is a fun and family-friendly activity. Kids can help with dipping and decorating, making it a perfect Halloween-themed project for all ages.

CAN I FREEZE THESE?

Freezing chocolate-covered apples is not recommended as freezing can affect the texture and appearance of the chocolate and the apple. It’s best to enjoy them fresh or store them in the refrigerator for short-term storage.

Other Chocolate Desserts You May Want To Try!

• Chocolate Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter
• Baked Chocolate Glazed Donuts
• The Best Chocolate Pecan Caramel Turtles
• Chocolate Lava Baked Oats
• Vegan Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Chocolate Protein Ice Cream

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