Description

Fireworks apples are a fun and colorful treat perfect for parties or festive occasions. Fresh red apples are coated in a smooth, melted marshmallow and butter mixture, then decorated with vibrant multi-colored sprinkles, freeze-dried raspberries, crushed pink meringues, and strawberry lace sweets for a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Chilled until the coating sets, these apples are both visually appealing and deliciously sticky.

Ingredients

Scale

Coating

250g marshmallows
50g butter

Fruits

8 red apples

Toppings

Multi-coloured sprinkles
Freeze-dried raspberries
Pink meringues, crushed
Strawberry lace sweets

Instructions

Prepare the apples: Remove the stalks from the apples and push a wooden lolly stick deeply into each one, making sure not to pierce all the way through to maintain stability during dipping.
Melt the coating: Place the marshmallows and butter in a medium-sized saucepan and gently heat over low heat, stirring frequently until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
Set up toppings: Tip each topping such as sprinkles, freeze-dried raspberries, crushed meringues, and strawberry lace sweets into separate small bowls for easy access during decoration.
Dip the apples: Working one apple at a time, dip each apple into the melted marshmallow mixture, swirling it around to achieve an even coating all over the surface.
Decorate quickly: Immediately after dipping, roll or sprinkle the apple with your choice of toppings, or wrap a strawberry lace sweet around it to create a colorful and textured finish.
Set the coating: Place the coated and decorated apples on baking parchment and chill them in the refrigerator until the marshmallow coating has fully set, making them easier to handle and enjoy.

Notes

Use wooden lolly sticks or skewers for stability when dipping apples.
Work quickly when decorating as the marshmallow coating sets fast.
Store finished apples in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and firmness of the coating.
You can customize toppings based on preference or seasonal availability.
This recipe is a fun way to get kids involved in the kitchen with supervised dipping and decorating.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Fireworks apples, marshmallow apples, decorated apples, party treats, festive dessert, colorful apple treats