Halloween Candied Apple Slices

With only four ingredients and minimal prep time required, these Halloween Candied Apple Slices spooky treats are ready in no time.

Get Your Spook On This Halloween with Candied Apple Slices

Looking for a delicious, spooky, and creative way to enjoy Halloween?

Try making candied apple slices! This easy-to-make treat of childhood trick-or-treating with a twist on an old favorite.

The best part is you don’t have to sacrifice flavor in favor of fun.

These candy apples come with all the sweetness and crunchiness you crave from classic caramel apples but are much easier to eat (and make!).

With just four ingredients and minimal prep time required, these Halloween candied apple slices will be ready in no time.

Read on for step-by-step directions so that you can get your spook on this season!

Prep: 15 minutes 

Yields: approx. 7-10 depending on the size of the apples

Why We Love Halloween Candied Apple Slices

• Candied apple slices are a classic Halloween treat, associated with fall festivals and seasonal celebrations.
• They have a sweet and tangy flavor, with a contrast of crispy apple slices coated in sticky caramel or candy shells.
• The vibrant red or caramel coating adds to the visual appeal, often decorated with festive colors, sprinkles, or other Halloween-themed toppings.
• Many have fond childhood memories of them from Halloween events or fairs.
• Making candied apple slices can be fun and creative, and they are easy to share in batches.
• Apples are in season during fall when they peak in flavor around Halloween.
• The texture contrast between crunchy apples and chewy caramel or candy coating is satisfying.
• Versatility allows for customization with various toppings; making them a beloved tradition associated with Halloween celebrations.

Ingredients

• Granny smith apples
• Purple candy melts
• Paramount crystals or coconut oil, as needed
• Halloween sprinkles
• Popsicle sticks

Pro Tip: If you want to add a little extra kick to your muffins, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dry mix. It will give your muffins a subtle and spicy flavor.

Kitchen Baking Supplies

• Cookie Sheet
• Parchment Paper
• Microwave safe bowl
• Rubber spatula

How Do You Make Decorative Apple Slices?

Line a baking sheet with wax paper and set aside.

Slice granny smith apples into about 1/2-inch wide slices. You should be able to get between 3-5 slices depending on how large your apple is. 

Use a paper towel to pat down each side of the apple slices to remove moisture.

Use a sharp knife to cut a slit into the apple base and slide the popsicle stick into it. 

Remove any exposed seeds and lay down apples onto the baking sheet.

Melt the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl for 30-second increments, stirring between, until melted.

Slowly add paramount crystals as needed to thin out the chocolate a bit so that it is easier to use. 

Spread the chocolate on top of the apple. 

While the chocolate is still hot, scatter the sprinkles onto the top of the chocolate. 

Place the pan in the fridge to help the chocolate set.

Notes: 

• Candied apples are best made just prior to serving.  
• Be sure to remove the excess moisture or the chocolate will not stick on the apples.
• If you want to avoid browning, brush a small amount of lemon juice on the exposed apple surface after the apple is assembled.
• Sprinkles that land on the apples may bleed 

Storage

1. Room Temperature: Candy apple slices are best enjoyed shortly after making them or purchasing them from a store or vendor. At room temperature, they can start to become sticky and lose their freshness within a few hours to a day.
2. Refrigeration: To extend the shelf life of candy apple slices, you can refrigerate them. When stored in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, candy apple slices can last for 1 to 2 days in the refrigerator. However, they may become a bit softer over time.
3. Freezing: For longer-term storage, you can freeze candy apple slices. Place them in an airtight container or sealable freezer bag and store them in the freezer. When frozen, candy apple slices can last for 1 to 2 months. Thaw them in the refrigerator before consuming, and note that the texture may change slightly after freezing.

More Halloween Recipes

• Nutter Butter Mummies
• Easy Halloween Spider Donuts
• Dirt and Worms Sundae
• Hocus Pocus Candy Bark
• Halloween Spider Cookies
• Dirt and Worms Cupcakes
• Jack Skellington Jello Shots

Candy Apple Slices Conclusion

Candied apple slices are an important part of Halloween celebrations for many.

They bring to mind all the memories from childhood events or family activities and give us a shared nostalgic taste of fall.

Not only do we love the flavor combination between apples and caramel, but also the contrast between crunchy apple and chewy coating.

Best of all, candied apples can be infinitely customized with various toppings and decorations, getting creative in mix-and-match combinations so each one is unique.

With peak apple season around Halloween, now’s the perfect time to indulge in this timeless treat and create your own special candied apple slices with loved ones.

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