Unleash your inner kid with these easy chocolate covered apple slices! They're the ultimate snack, no fancy chef skills required. Whether it's a post-school pick-me-up or a work-from-home treat, these are the must-have fall snacks that'll have you grinning from ear to ear!
Why you'll love this recipe
Who doesn't love food dipped in chocolate? Everyone loves a good chocolate covered strawberry, chocolate covered dates or a chocolate covered hot dog. Okay, not really the hot dog. Just seeing if you're paying attention.
Chocolate covered apple slices are way easier to whip up (and gobble down) than sticky caramel apples, and the best part? You get to be the flavor master with your favorite toppings!
The ingredients are simple, the technique is a little on the messy side, but the results delicious! Keep some paper towels on standby in your kitchen and let's dive in.
Ingredients
- Apples - Granny Smith apples give a tart apple flavor to contrast with the sweet toppings. Got a whole bushel of apples to use? Try using extra apples to make spiced apple muffins or Dutch apple bread.
- Chocolate Chips - use leftover chocolate chips to make amaretto chocolate chip cookies.
- Coconut Oil
Substitutions
Apple Substitutions: Honeycrisp apples are a delightful choice. They offer a pleasing balance between sweet and tart.
Fujis are sweet apples with a firm texture. They complement the chocolate coating beautifully and add a mild, fruity flavor.
Gala apples are sweet and slightly tart, making them a versatile option for chocolate-covered slices.
Pink Lady: Pink Lady apples are sweet with a hint of tartness and have a firm texture. They are a great choice for those who want a sweeter treat.
Chocolate Chip Substitutions: Dark chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips may be substituted. You can also make a blend of half and half chocolate chips.
For the coconut oil: vegetable shortening can be used in place of the coconut oil.
How to make chocolate covered apple slices
Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step #1: Wash, dry and core your apples. Cut into ⅛ inch slices - not too thin or they won't hold up but not too thick or they'll be tricky to eat.
Pat dry with paper towels.
Tip: If you have to err one way or the other, go thicker.
Step #2: In a medium sized bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Melt chocolate for 20 seconds, then stir.
Continue to cook in 15 second increments until the chocolate and coconut oil combine in a creamy chocolate covering.
Step #3: Dip apple slices into melted chocolate, coating both sides. Use a knife inserted into the center or a spoon handle to lift the apple from the chocolate.
Step #4: Let excess chocolate drip off, then place chocolate dipped apple slices on the cookie sheet.
Place chocolate dipped apples in refrigerator until set. For a quick set, freeze for 10-15 minutes.
Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Topping Ideas
Add toppings if desired while the chocolate is still wet. Some ideas to add to your chocolate covered apple slices are:
- white chocolate
- coconut flakes
- drizzled caramel or toffee bits
- graham cracker bits, crushed peanuts, mini marshmallows
- sprinkles
- sea salt
- mini M&M's
Recipe FAQ
Store for 2-3 days in the refrigerator.
It's important to pat the apple slices dry with a paper towel before dipping into the chocolate. This gives the chocolate something to adhere to.
In my experience, yes they should be refrigerated.
Chocolate Covered Apple Slices
Equipment
- apple corer
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- 2 large apples Granny Smith or other favorite
- 1 ½ cups semi sweet chocolate chips
- 1 ½ Tablespoons coconut oil
Instructions
- Wash apples and pat dry with a paper towel. Use an apple corer to remove the core. Slice apple into ⅛" slices horizontally. (Like donuts)
- Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in a medium sized microwave safe bowl (I use a cereal bowl). Microwave the chocolate chips 20 seconds at a time and stir the chocolate in between, until the chocolate has melted and is completely smooth.
- Pat the apple slices dry with a paper towel. Dip slices into the chocolate, flipping to cover with both sides. Use a butter knife or back of the spoon to lift the apple rounds from the chocolate and let excess chocolate drip back into the bowl. As you lift the apple slices out, drag an edge against the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate. Place on a parchment paper covered baking sheet.Repeat with remaining apples.
- Place apples in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, or place in a freezer for 10-15 minutes until chocolate is set.
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