These Halloween Apple Monsters are a fun and creative treat that kids will love making and eating! Made with crisp apples, peanut butter, and playful toppings like strawberries and sunflower seeds, they’re perfect for spooky celebrations. Easy to prepare and customizable, these apple monsters are a hit at Halloween parties or as an after-school snack. Simple, delicious, and fun for everyone!
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Why Make Apple Monsters
- A Fun and Creative Activity: Kids will love making and eating these cute monsters.
- Perfect for Halloween Fun: These spooky treats are just what you need for your Halloween celebrations.
- Instagram-Worthy Treats: These adorable apple monsters are sure to get all the likes when you share them!
Ingredients
- Granny Smith Apples: These tart and crisp apples make the perfect base for our monster mouths, adding a refreshing crunch with every bite!
- Peanut Butter: Creamy and delicious, it holds everything together while giving a rich, nutty flavor that kids and adults love.
- Strawberries: Bright red and juicy, they create a fun, spooky tongue that makes these monsters extra playful and tasty.
- Sunflower Seeds: These little seeds make the cutest monster teeth, adding just the right amount of crunch to the bite.
- Edible Eyes: These are the magic touch that brings our apple monsters to life and makes them totally adorable (and a little creepy)!
How To Make Halloween Apple Monsters
Step One: Start by cutting the apple into quarters. Lay each quarter flat on its peel side. Carefully cut a 1-inch wedge in the middle of the peel side of each quarter, being sure not to cut all the way through so the quarter stays in one piece. It should now look like a little “mouth.” Next, slice the strawberries lengthwise into four pieces.
Step Two: Take the apple “mouths” and spread a little peanut butter inside the cutout. This will be the base for the tongue and teeth. Place one of the strawberry slices inside the cutout to resemble a tongue sticking out.
Step Three: Add the finishing touches! Poke 6 or 7 sunflower seeds along the top edge of the cutout to look like monster teeth. Then, stick two edible eyes on the top of each apple quarter to give your monster a face.
Step Four: Your spooky and silly Halloween Apple Monsters are ready! Serve them up and enjoy the fun!
Expert Tips To Nail Apple Monsters
- Use Smooth Peanut Butter: For an even spread inside the apple mouths, choose smooth peanut butter to avoid any chunks.
- Choose Fresh, Firm Apples: Pick apples that are firm and crisp, like Granny Smith, to hold up better while you cut and decorate.
- Make the Wedge Neater: For cleaner cuts, use a sharp knife and slice gently to avoid smashing the apples.
Variations
- Peanut Butter Swap: Try using almond butter instead of peanut butter for a nutty twist.
- Chill Before Serving: Pop your apple monsters in the fridge for a bit to make them extra refreshing before serving.
- Make Them Bite-Sized: Cut the apples into smaller pieces for mini monster snacks that are perfect for little hands.
- Monster Theme Variations: Create different monster faces by using different shaped fruits, like pineapple for hair or raisins for spooky eyes!
FAQ’s
To keep them fresh, you can squeeze a little lemon juice on the apple slices before you start. It helps prevent browning and keeps them looking fresh!
Yes, you can prep the apples and toppings, but I recommend assembling them just before serving to keep them fresh and crunchy.
Absolutely! You can find fun candy eyes at most stores, or use marshmallows with a little icing to make your own spooky eyes.
Yes! You can easily adjust the recipe to meet dietary needs by swapping out peanut butter for SunButter and using allergy-friendly toppings.
Use a sharp knife and cut gently to avoid smooshing the apple. A steady hand helps, and cutting slowly gives you better control!
Halloween Apple Monsters
Ingredients
- 1 Granny Smith Apple
- 2 tbsp Peanut Butter
- 2 Strawberries
- 28 Sunflower Seeds
- Edible Eyes
Instructions
- Start by cutting the apple into quarters. Lay each quarter flat on its peel side. Carefully cut a 1-inch wedge in the middle of the peel side of each quarter, being sure not to cut all the way through so the quarter stays in one piece. It should now look like a little "mouth." Next, slice the strawberries lengthwise into four pieces.
- Take the apple "mouths" and spread a little peanut butter inside the cutout. This will be the base for the tongue and teeth. Place one of the strawberry slices inside the cutout to resemble a tongue sticking out.
- Add the finishing touches! Poke 6 or 7 sunflower seeds along the top edge of the cutout to look like monster teeth. Then, stick two edible eyes on the top of each apple quarter to give your monster a face.
- Your spooky and silly Halloween Apple Monsters are ready! Serve them up and enjoy the fun!
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Notes
- Use Smooth Peanut Butter: For an even spread inside the apple mouths, choose smooth peanut butter to avoid any chunks.
- Choose Fresh, Firm Apples: Pick apples that are firm and crisp, like Granny Smith, to hold up better while you cut and decorate.
- Make the Wedge Neater: For cleaner cuts, use a sharp knife and slice gently to avoid smashing the apples.
More Halloween Ideas To Try:
- Halloween Candy Charcuterie Board
- Halloween Cookies
- Halloween Monster Cookies
- Hot Cocoa Bombs
- Vampire Halloween Pretzels
Such an easy recipe to follow and the results are absolutely delicious! Highly recommend giving it a try.