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Maggoty apples

Maggoty Apples: Spooky No-Bake Treat for Halloween Fun

Maggoty Apples are playful Halloween treats made with apples and crunchy puffed rice, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 treats
Course: Snacks
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apples
  • 4 pieces Braeburn Apples Firm varieties work best
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Prevents browning
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces White Chocolate Can substitute with dark chocolate
  • 4 cups Puffed Rice Adds crunch, can use other cereals
For the Decoration (Optional)
  • 1 cup Jelly Worm Sweets Optional for decoration

Equipment

  • melon baller
  • Heatproof bowl
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Maggoty Apples
  1. Begin by coring the apples at the base, keeping the stalks intact for a spooky look.
  2. Brush the exposed apple flesh with fresh lemon juice to prevent browning.
  3. Melt the white chocolate over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
  4. Fold in the puffed rice gently until each piece is coated evenly.
  5. Fill the apple cores with the chocolate-puffed rice mixture, packing it tightly.
  6. Chill the filled Maggoty Apples in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.
  7. Spoon leftover mixture into mini muffin cases and refrigerate until set for decoration.
  8. Place the 'maggot balls' around the apples and optionally add gummy jelly worms for decoration.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treatCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These spooky treats are best served fresh. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day or freeze individually for up to 2 weeks.

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