22 Halloween Candy Apple Recipes

Updated May 15, 2017

Credit: Karen Steffens

From Snow White to Twilight, the apple is an undeniable symbol of enchantment, magic, knowledge, and mystery. No wonder Halloween candy apples are a classic favorite at fall festivals, trick-or-treats, trunk-or-treats, and any Halloween party. You can dip and dunk them in caramel, chocolate, sweet candy coverings, and so much more. The fruit, when covered in a rich, shiny glaze is mesmerizing and perfect for a Halloween buffet. From candy-coated to peanut butter and bacon-covered, here are 22 Halloween candy apple recipes that will have you more than ready for your apple-a-day.

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Spooky Candy-Coated Apples

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Spooky Candy-Coated Apples Recipe

Dipping apples in white candy melts gives them a ghostly apperance perfect for your Halloween party.

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Cinnamon-Cider Candied Apples

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Cinnamon-Cider Candied Apples Recipe

Wash apples well to remove any waxy coating, and dry thoroughly before dipping them. Work quickly, but if the syrup begins to set, you can reheat it over low heat to liquefy.

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White Chocolate-Pumpkin Pie Caramel Apples

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White Chocolate-Pumpkin Pie Caramel Apples Recipe

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Candy Apples

Candy Apples Recipe

Dress up caramel or candy apples for Halloween in chocolate and colored sprinkles for treats that will be the hit of the fall carnival.

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Candied Apples

Candied Apples Recipe

Homemade candied apples are a delightfully simple Halloween treat.

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Apple Ghosts

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Apple Ghosts Recipe

Notes: Use small apples, such as those for lunch boxes. If making ahead, let coating firm, then enclose apples with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Look for the wood craft sticks at hobby shops; they're also sold with caramel for coating apples. Save leftover white candy for other uses.

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Candy-Coated Caramel Apples

Candy-Coated Caramel Apples Recipe

Dress up traditional caramel apples with your favorite candies for an eye-catching Halloween treat.

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Bacon-Pretzel-Peanut Butter Caramel Apples

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Bacon-Pretzel-Peanut Butter Caramel Apples Recipe

Prepare to swoon when you take a bite of this luscious apple dipped in caramel, bacon, and peanut butter coated pretzels.

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Black-and-White Caramel Apples

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Black-and-White Caramel Apples Recipe

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Mini Caramel Apples

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Mini Caramel Apples Recipe

You get all the satisfaction of a caramel apple in one bite and without a messy chin. If decorating with twigs, make sure twigs are food-safe or use craft sticks.

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Jackson Pollock Candied Apples

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Jackson Pollock Candied Apples Recipe

Named for the abstract expressionist's signature paint-splattered canvases, these apples make great Halloween treats. Green Granny Smiths go well with the sweet white and bittersweet chocolates, but use any apple you like. Look for wooden sticks at craft supply stores, or use forks instead.