Ingredients
Fruits
- 2 large apples (any variety suitable for slicing)
Tools
- Star-shaped cookie cutter
- White or wooden lollipop sticks
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup melting chocolate (white, milk, or dark as preferred)
Toppings (optional)
- Edible gold paint
- Gold star sprinkles or decorations
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Using the star-shaped cookie cutter, slice out star shapes from each apple slice, ensuring they are thick enough to hold the lollipop stick without breaking.
- Insert Sticks: Carefully insert white or wooden lollipop sticks into the bottom of each apple star to create apple pops.
- Melt the Chocolate: Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently until smooth and creamy.
- Coat the Apple Stars: Dip each apple star into the melted chocolate, coating them evenly. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing on a parchment-lined tray.
- Add Toppings: While the chocolate is still wet, decorate with edible gold paint and sprinkle gold stars for a festive touch.
- Set and Serve: Let the chocolate set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator until firm. Serve immediately or store chilled for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose apples that are crisp and firm to hold their shape well after cutting.
- For a healthier option, use dark chocolate with high cocoa content.
- If you don’t have edible gold paint, you can use edible glitter or colored sprinkles as alternatives.
- Ensure chocolate is not too hot when dipping to prevent apple slices from getting soggy.
- Store the finished apple pops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (chocolate melting and setting not included in cook time)
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
