Looking for a fun and easy snack or dessert to make with your kids? Look no further than these adorable Apple Raisin Ladybugs! Made with fresh apples, raisins, and a few simple ingredients, these little bugs are sure to be a hit with kids of all ages. They're also a healthy and nutritious snack that's perfect for packing in lunches or enjoying as an after-school treat.
This recipe includes three different variations:
1. **Classic Apple Raisin Ladybugs:** These ladybugs are made with fresh apples, raisins, and a simple glaze made with honey and lemon juice.
2. **Chocolate Dipped Apple Raisin Ladybugs:** These ladybugs are made with fresh apples, raisins, and a chocolate coating.
3. **Caramel Apple Raisin Ladybugs:** These ladybugs are made with fresh apples, raisins, and a caramel coating.
No matter which variation you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious and festive treats. They're perfect for parties, picnics, or any other special occasion. So gather your ingredients and get ready to make some Apple Raisin Ladybugs!
APPLE LADYBUG TREATS
Red apples are decorated to look like lady bugs. This is a quick and fun snack that kids will enjoy making and eating. For once kids can play with their food.
Provided by Veronica Lopez Hurtado
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Kids Healthy
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Slice apples in half from top to bottom and scoop out the cores using a knife or melon baller. If you have an apple corer, core them first, then slice. Place each apple half flat side down on a small plate.
- Dab peanut butter on to the back of the 'lady bug', then stick raisins onto the dabs for spots. Use this method to make eyes too. Stick one end of each pretzel stick into a raisin, then press the other end into the apples to make antennae.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 189.2 mg, Sugar 13.8 g
SPICED APPLES AND RAISINS
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a clean skillet over medium-low heat. Add the apples and thyme and coat in the butter; cook and stir for 8 minutes to give them some color. Toss in the raisins and add the apple juice, stirring to scrape up the brown bits. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and dry mustard; season with salt and pepper. Squeeze in the lemon juice to wake up the flavor and simmer for 10 minutes or until the apples break down and soften. Serve spiced apples and raisins with holiday pork, turkey or ham.
APPLE-RAISIN STUFFING
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 21m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- In a large deep skillet, saute 2 chopped red onions, 2 minced garlic cloves and 3 chopped celery stalks in 1 stick butter for 1 minute.
- Season with salt and pepper and add 4 diced peeled apples, 1 tablespoon chopped thyme, 1 teaspoon aniseed and 1 cup golden raisins; cook 5 minutes.
- Pour in 4 go 6 cups chicken broth. Simmer until step 5.
- In a large bowl, mix 3 eggs, a scoop of grainy mustard and 3 tablespoons each chopped parsley and tarragon.
- Add to the bowl 8 cups each toasted pumpernickel and sourdough bread cubes and the hot broth mixture.
- Gently toss the stuffing, then spread in a buttered 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Dot the top with butter or turkey pan drippings, cover and bake 30 minutes at 350. Uncover and bake until golden, 20 more minutes.
LADYBUG APPLES
This makes a fun treat for the kids...and one grownups like as well. A healthy alternative to cupcakes for a bug themed birthday party.
Provided by Chef Buggsy Mate
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 4 ladybugs, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Slice apples in half from top to bottom and scoop out the core using a knife or melon baller. If you have an apple corer, core the apples before cutting them in half.
- Place each apple cut side down on a small plate.
- Dab small dots of peanut butter on the back of the "ladybug" then top the peanut butter with a chocolate chip for spots. Use this method to make eyes too.
- Stick one end of each pretzel stick into a raisin, then press the other end into the apples to make antennae.
SAUTEED APPLES AND RAISINS
On a chilly morning, this fruity side dish warms you up. It complements just about anything you'd choose to serve for breakfast or brunch, such as the German Pancake or an egg dish or slices of warmed Canadian bacon. -Renae Moncur, Burley, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt butter; add apples. Cook and stir over medium heat for 6-7 minutes or until almost tender. Dissolve cornstarch in water; add to skillet. Add brown sugar and raisins; bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 73mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LADYBUG APPETIZERS
Cherry tomato quarters form the wings of these adorable little ladybugs dreamed up by our Test Kitchen. The delightful creatures are perched on crunchy crackers spread with a seasoned cream cheese mixture.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Remove 2 tablespoons to a small bowl and tint black. Place tinted cream cheese mixture in a small plastic bag; set aside. , Add the chives, garlic salt and parsley to the remaining cream cheese mixture. Spread over crackers. Arrange two tomato quarters on each for the ladybug wings. , For heads, halve the olives widthwise; place one half on each cracker. Insert two chives into olives for antennae. Use tinted cream cheese mixture to pipe spots onto wings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 77mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
APPLE LADYBUG TREATS [26]
Steps:
- Slice apples in half from top to bottom and scoop out the cores using a knife or melon baller. If you have an apple corer, core them first, then slice. Place each apple half flat side down on a small plate. Dab peanut butter on to the back of the 'lady bug', then stick raisins onto the dabs for spots. Use this method to make eyes too. Stick one end of each pretzel stick into a raisin, then press the other end into the apples to make antennae.
APPLE AND RAISIN CRISP
Categories Fruit Nut Dessert Bake Kid-Friendly Back to School Raisin Apple Walnut Fall Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter 9 x 13 1/2-inch glass baking dish.
- For Topping:
- Mix old-fashioned oats, brown sugar, all purpose flour, ground cinnamon and salt in large bowl. Add unsalted butter and rub into mixture until coarse crumbs form. Mix in chopped walnuts.
- For Filling:
- Combine sliced apples, raisins, sugar, fresh lemon juice, flour and ground cinnamon in large bowl. Mix well to blend. Transfer apple-raisin filling to prepared dish. Spread topping over. Bake until topping is golden brown, about 55 minutes. Serve crisp warm with scoops of vanilla ice cream.
APPLE LADYBUG TREATS
Red apples are decorated to look like lady bugs. This is a quick, easy, and fun snack that kids will enjoy making and eating. A raw recipe! This would be fun to put in the kids lunchbox too. Enjoy!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Slice apples in half from top to bottom and scoop out the cores using a knife or a melon baller. If you have an apple corer, core them first, then slice. Brush or dip cut side of apples in lemon juice mixed with the water to keep from browning.Place each apple half flat side down on lettuce leaves(if using), then place on a small plate. The lettuce leaves help keep little fingers off the peanut butter.
- Dab peanut butter(or almond butter) on to the back of the 'lady bug', then stick raisins(or craisins) onto the dabs for spots. If using cheerios, place raisins inside of cheerios and stick on peanut butter dabs.
- Use this method to make eyes too. Stick one end of each pretzel stick into a raisin, then press the other end into the apples to make antennae.
- Kids will have fun playing with their food, then eating it!
APPLE LADYBUG TREATS
Red apples are decorated to look like lady bugs. This is a quick and fun snack that kids will enjoy making and eating. For once kids can play with their food.
Provided by ElizabethKnicely
Categories Apple
Time 5m
Yield 4 ladybugs, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Slice apples in half from top to bottom and scoop out the core using a knife or melon baller. If you have an apple corer, core them first, then slice. Place each apple half flat side down on a small plate.
- Dab peanut butter on the back of the 'lady bug', then stick raisins onto the dabs for spots. Use this method to make eyes too. Stick one end of each pretzel stick into a raisin, then press the other end into the apples to make antennae.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.5, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 183.1, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 15.5, Protein 2.8
Tips:
- Choose the right apples: Use a variety of apples that are firm and tart, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
- Don't overcook the apples: You want them to retain their shape and texture.
- Use a variety of raisins: Golden raisins, black raisins, and Thompson raisins all add different flavors and textures to the dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: You can add other ingredients to the dish, such as nuts, spices, or even chocolate chips.
- Serve the dish warm or cold: It's delicious either way.
Conclusion:
Apple raisin ladybug is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a hit with kids and adults alike. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, it's a perfect dish for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give apple raisin ladybug a try. You won't be disappointed.
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