Apple Ladybug Treats

Apple Ladybug Treats
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    10 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    117

Transform crisp, red apples into adorable ladybug treats! This delightful snack is a fun and creative way to get kids involved in the kitchen. Simple to make and utterly charming, these apple ladybugs are sure to bring smiles and healthy snacking to any afternoon.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    23 g
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    189 mg
  • Sugar
    14 g
  • Fat
    2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Apples: Slice the apples in half from top to bottom. Using a melon baller or small spoon, carefully scoop out the cores, creating a smooth surface. Place each apple half, flat-side down, on a small plate. (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 7 mins Creating the Spots: Gently dab small dots of peanut butter onto the rounded back of each 'ladybug'. Affix raisins onto these dots to create the signature ladybug spots. (7 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View 3 mins Adding the Eyes: Use a tiny dot of peanut butter to attach two smaller raisin pieces near the front of the apple for the eyes. (3 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Constructing the Antennae: Carefully insert one end of each pretzel stick into a raisin. Then, press the other end of the pretzel stick into the apple just behind the eyes, forming the ladybug's antennae. (5 minutes)

For a polished look, use an apple corer before slicing to ensure a clean core removal.
If you're nut-free, sunflower seed butter or even cream cheese can be substituted for the peanut butter.
Use different sizes of raisins for variety in the spots.
Consider using chocolate chips for the spots for a sweeter treat.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 39 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Lindsey Jenkins

    Great recipe for a healthy and fun snack. We used sunflower seed butter and it worked perfectly.

  • Chris Frami

    My kids absolutely loved making these! They were so proud of their edible art.

  • Lloyd Flatley

    A little messy, but so worth it! These apple ladybugs were a hit at our playdate.

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