Crispy Candy Corn Fruit Skewers
A festive Halloween snack that combines crisp Granny Smith apples, juicy red grapes, and candy corn on skewers to mimic the look of candy corn while offering a healthier, refreshing alternative to pure sugar treats.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Green Apples (Granny Smith), cut into 1-inch cubes
- Red Grapes (Seedless)
- Candy Corn (classic tri-color)
- Wooden Skewers (approx. 6 inches)
- Lemon Juice (optional, for preventing browning)
Instructions
- Wash apples and grapes thoroughly with cold water and pat dry to ensure moisture-free surfaces.
- Cut Granny Smith apples into uniform 1-inch cubes, removing cores and seeds.
- Lay out wooden skewers and prepare bowls of apple cubes, candy corn, and grapes.
- Assemble skewers by inserting one apple cube (white base), followed by one piece of candy corn (yellow middle), and finally one red grape (orange top).
- Ensure the candy corn is oriented with the pointy end facing up towards the grape.
- Arrange finished skewers on a serving platter in a fan or circular pattern.
- Serve chilled immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
For best texture, assemble skewers 1-2 hours before serving. If making ahead, store in an airtight container in the fridge. To prevent apples from browning, dip cubes in a mixture of one part lemon juice to three parts water and pat dry. Do not freeze, as fruit will become mushy upon thawing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
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