Ladybug Apples
Transform snack time into a whimsical delight with these adorable and healthy Ladybug Apples! Perfect for kids and adults alike, this no-cook recipe combines fresh red apples, green grapes, mini chocolate chips, and melted dark chocolate to create a charming ladybug design that’s almost too cute to eat. In just 15 minutes, you can assemble these fruit-based treats, making them an ideal choice for themed parties, school lunches, or quick family snacks. Not only are they visually stunning, but they’re also easy to make and naturally sweet. Serve them fresh for the ultimate vibrant presentation and watch as these playful bites steal the spotlight at any gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 red apples
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
- 2 ounces dark chocolate
- 4 green grapes
- 8 toothpicks
Instructions
Wash and dry the apples thoroughly, then cut each apple in half vertically. Remove the core and seeds using a melon baller or spoon, leaving the apple halves intact.
Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-20 second intervals, stirring each time until fully smooth.
Dip the tip of one side of each mini chocolate chip into the melted dark chocolate, then place the chips onto the apple halves to resemble ladybug 'spots'. Allow the chocolate to set for a few minutes.
Using a toothpick, dip the tip into the melted chocolate and draw a straight line down the center of each apple half to create the division of the ladybug's wings.
Cut the green grapes in half, then attach one grape half to the top of each apple using a toothpick to form the ladybug’s 'head'. Position the grape so it sits close to the apple for a seamless look.
Arrange the finished Ladybug Apples on a serving plate and serve immediately. For best results, prepare these right before serving to prevent the apples from browning.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1047 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.9 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.9 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.5 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1942 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
