Apple Monster Mouths Halloween (Printable Version)
Crisp apples, creamy filling, and mini marshmallows combine for a playful, spooky bite-sized Halloween snack.
# Components:
→ Fruit
01 - 2 medium red apples
→ Spreads
02 - 4 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
03 - 4 tablespoons sunflower seed butter (nut-free option)
→ Candy
04 - 32 mini marshmallows
→ Optional Decorations
05 - 16 sunflower seeds (optional, for fangs)
06 - 16 chocolate chips (optional, for eyes)
# Preparation steps:
01 - Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Slice each apple into 8 uniform wedges for a total of 16 pieces.
02 - Using a small spatula or butter knife, evenly coat one side of every apple wedge with a thin layer of peanut butter or sunflower seed butter.
03 - Arrange 4 mini marshmallows along the coated side of 8 apple wedges to create a row resembling teeth.
04 - Gently press another apple wedge, coated side down, onto the marshmallow-studded half to sandwich together and form a mouth shape.
05 - Add sunflower seeds for fangs and chocolate chips for eyes, adhering them with a dab of peanut butter if desired.
06 - Serve immediately to preserve freshness and optimal texture.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Quick to assemble so you can prep a batch in minutes
- Uses everyday ingredients you probably have at home
- Perfect for involving kids in the kitchen
- Gluten-free and vegetarian friendly when you choose suitable options
02 -
- Great source of fiber and vitamins from apples
- Nut-free option is easy with sunflower seed butter
- No baking required so safe for kids to help make
03 -
- Lightly pat apple slices dry before spreading peanut butter for better sticking
- If using vegetarian marshmallows double-check labels for gelatin
- Do not overload with peanut butter or teeth may slip
- For party prep cut apples and coat with lemon juice then assemble right before serving
- Everyone loves helping decorate so set out toppings for a monster mouth bar and let the kids create their own spooky smiles