Best 7 Spooky Dipped Apples Recipes

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With Halloween just around the corner, it's time to start thinking about spooky and delicious treats. Spooky dipped apples are a classic Halloween dessert that is easy to make and always a hit with kids and adults alike. Whether you're looking for a fun and festive snack or a sweet treat to serve at your Halloween party, spooky dipped apples are the perfect choice. You can experiment with different toppings, such as candy melts, sprinkles, and crushed Oreos, to create your own unique spooky designs. So gather your ingredients and get ready to make some delicious and spooky dipped apples that will be the highlight of your Halloween celebration.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SPOOKY CARAMEL APPLES



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These apples are perfect for Halloween or October suppers or gatherings. Cooking time includes refrigeration/setting time (2 hours). Recipe source: Realtor's flier.

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large apples, washed and dried
1 cup macadamia nuts, chopped
1 (14 ounce) package caramel candies (non-creamy type works best)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening (Crisco)
4 wooden popsicle sticks (available in crafts stores) or 4 lollipop sticks (available in crafts stores)

Steps:

  • Remove stems from apples and insert stick into each apple. Set aside.
  • Place chopped nuts into small pie pan or dish. Set aside.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt caramels with 2 tablespoons water, stirring until smooth. Reduce heat to the lowest setting just to keep caramel melted (if using an electric stove turn off but keep pan on burner ).
  • Preparing one apple at a time, dip apple into the melted caramel, twirling to remove excess. Immediately roll caramel coated apple into the nuts.
  • Place on wax paper to set, while preparing the remainder of the apples.
  • Put chocolate chips and shortening in small microwave safe bowl.Melt on high for 30 seconds to one minute. Pour melted chocolate into a thick large plastic bag (ziplock baggies works well).
  • Snip a tiny hole in corner of bag and drizzle chocolate over apples, while holding and turning apple to cover all sides.
  • Chill for 2 hours to set.

MARBLED DIPPED APPLES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 small Granny Smith apples, washed and dried, stems removed.
Three 12-ounce bags colored chocolate discs, for the base color
One 12-ounce bag colored chocolate discs in a second color
One 12-ounce bag colored chocolate discs in a third color

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Insert ice pop sticks into the cores of the apples and set aside.
  • Place the colored chocolate discs into separate glass bowls and melt in the microwave according to package instructions. Drizzle a few tablespoons second and third colors in to the base color; do not stir.
  • One at a time, fully dip the apples in the base color, twisting and turning as you remove them to create marbled patterns. Allow the excess to drip off, then set on the prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate the dipped apples for at least 15 minutes to harden.

SPOOKY DIPPED APPLES



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These caramel-dipped apples are meant to be spooky looking. But folks are not easily scared off when there's chocolate drizzle and candy corn to enjoy!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 Granny Smith apples, washed, well dried
1 pkg. (11 oz.) KRAFT Caramels
2 Tbsp. water
2 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted
1 oz. BAKER'S White Chocolate, melted
1/3 cup candy corn

Steps:

  • Insert wooden pop stick into stem end of each apple. Cover baking sheet with waxed paper; spray with cooking spray.
  • Cook caramels and water in large saucepan on medium-low heat until caramels are completely melted, stirring constantly.
  • Dip apples in caramel; spoon additional caramel over apples if necessary to evenly coat. Let excess caramel drip off. Scrape bottoms of apples; place on prepared baking sheet. Let stand until caramel is set.
  • Spoon melted semi-sweet chocolate into resealable plastic bag. Cut small piece from one of the bottom corners of bag. Drizzle chocolate over dipped apples. Repeat with white chocolate. Decorate apples with candy corn. Refrigerate 5 min. or until chocolate is firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

CARAMEL, CHOCOLATE AND CANDY APPLES



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Transform tart Granny Smiths into a sweet Halloween treat with this candy apple recipe from Food Network.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     dessert

Time 5h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Vegetable oil cooking spray
6 small apples, washed and dried, stems removed *see Cook's Note
2 (9.5-ounce) bags soft caramel candies, unwrapped (recommended: Kraft Classic Caramels)
1/4 cup pulp-free orange juice
1 (4-ounce) bar 53 percent cocoa dark chocolate, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces (recommended: Nestle Chocolatier)
Assorted small candies, chopped nuts and sprinkles

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray it with vegetable oil cooking spray. Insert the craft sticks halfway into the stem-ends of the apples.
  • In a medium, heavy saucepan, over low heat, combine the caramel candies and orange juice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the candies have melted and the mixture is smooth, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool for 2 minutes. Dip the apples in the caramel until coated and put them on the parchment paper until firm, about 2 hours.
  • Put the chocolate in a medium bowl and set it over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir until the chocolate is smooth and melted. Using a fork, drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel. Put the apples back on the parchment paper for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with small candies, chopped nuts or sprinkles and allow the chocolate to harden, at room temperature, for about 3 to 4 hours.

DELUXE DIPPED APPLES



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Perfect as a festive party treat, you can add your own unique touch to these caramel apples with a variety of add-ons and decorations.

Provided by Inspired Taste

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 apples
Craft sticks
1 (14 ounce) package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
2 tablespoons milk
water
1 cup chopped nuts
1 cup candy corn candies
1 cup mini chocolate chips
1 cup mini marshmallows

Steps:

  • Bring 3 inches of water in a medium saucepan to a boil.
  • Insert a craft stick into the top end of each apple.
  • Dip the apples, 1 at a time, into the boiling water for 20-30 seconds, this will remove the wax coating on the apples. Dry thoroughly and place onto a sheet pan lined with parchment or wax paper.
  • Prepare the caramel by adding caramel candies and milk to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stay close and stir often while the candies melt. Once melted, remove from heat and allow to sit about 1 minute.
  • Dip each apple in the caramel, turning slowly to coat. Continue to turn, allowing any excess to drip back into the saucepan.
  • If desired, dip the bottoms of each apple into nuts, chocolate chips or other garnish.
  • Cool apples completely on the prepared sheet pan then wrap individually and store for 2 to 3 days in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

CHOCOLATE DIPPED APPLES



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Granny Smith apples are dipped in chocolate and rolled in candy or nuts. Use your favorite chocolate for this recipe, dark milk or white. This is good to make with children close to Halloween or anytime.

Provided by CANDYPEACHESCHIC

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 4

10 small Granny Smith apples
½ cup chopped roasted peanuts
½ cup candy-coated milk chocolate candies
2 pounds semisweet chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • Insert wooden craft sticks or lollipop sticks into the cores of the apples at the stem. Place the roasted peanuts and candies on separate plates. Set aside.
  • Place the chocolate into a metal or glass bowl and set over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir frequently until melted. Remove from the heat. Dip apples into the melted chocolate, turning to coat completely. Dip or roll in candy or nuts, then place on a sheet of waxed paper. Repeat with remaining apples. Allow apples to set at room temperature until the chocolate is firm, about 20 minutes, before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.5 calories, Carbohydrate 73.3 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 34.6 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 17.9 g, Sodium 66.8 mg, Sugar 62.6 g

S'MORES-DIPPED APPLES



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For me, the taste of marshmallow, graham cracker and apple just can't be beat. Others must think the same thing. Anytime I bring them to a bake sale, they sell out in a flash. -Maria Regakis, Somerville, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 large Granny Smith apples
8 wooden pop sticks
2 tablespoons butter
2 packages (16 ounces each) large marshmallows
2 cups coarsely crushed graham crackers
1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with waxed paper; generously coat waxed paper with cooking spray. Wash and dry apples; remove stems. Insert pop sticks into apples., In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add marshmallows; stir until melted. Dip apples, one at a time, into warm marshmallow mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Place on prepared baking sheet and refrigerate until set, about 15 minutes., Place graham cracker crumbs in a shallow dish. In top of a double boiler or a metal bowl over barely simmering water, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Dip bottom half of apples in chocolate; dip bottoms in cracker crumbs. Place on baking sheet. Refrigerate until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 726 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 220mg sodium, Carbohydrate 143g carbohydrate (100g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Use firm, crisp apples that hold their shape well, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady.
  • Prepare the apples: Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Remove the stems and insert a lollipop stick or popsicle stick into the top of each apple.
  • Melt the chocolate: You can melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, or you can melt it in a double boiler over simmering water.
  • Add toppings: While the chocolate is still wet, add your favorite toppings, such as sprinkles, chopped nuts, or crushed cookies.
  • Chill the apples: Place the dipped apples on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.

Conclusion:

These spooky dipped apples are a fun and easy treat to make for Halloween. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a special snack. Get creative with your toppings and make them as spooky or festive as you like. Enjoy!

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