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Looking for a fun Halloween snack for kids that feels festive without being all candy?

These Halloween apple donuts are made with fresh apple rings, Nutella, and colorful Halloween sprinkles. They’re quick, easy, and a fun way to make snack time feel a little more special during October.

They also make a great Halloween party snack, after-school treat, or simple kids cooking activity.

What kind of apples should I use?

I like to use Fuji apples because they are so sweet. Granny smith apples would also be good, if you like it tart. But really, just use YOUR favorite apple!

Why You’ll Love These Halloween Apple Donuts

These apple donuts are one of those snacks that look extra fun without taking much extra work.

They’re:

quick to make
kid-friendly
easy to customize
perfect for Halloween parties or snack time
a fun recipe for kids to help decorate

They’re also a nice option when you want something festive that still includes fresh fruit.

What Kind of Apples Work Best?

I like Fuji apples because they’re naturally sweet and crisp, but Granny Smith apples are also a good choice if you prefer something more tart.

Really, any firm apple that you enjoy eating will work well for this recipe.

A firmer apple holds its shape better once sliced and makes the “donuts” easier to decorate.

Cooking With Kids

This is a great recipe for getting kids involved in the kitchen.

Younger kids can help spread the Nutella and add sprinkles, while older kids can help assemble the apple rings.

Cooking together can also give kids practice with fine motor skills, following directions, measuring, and kitchen confidence.

And because they get to decorate their own apple donuts, they may be even more excited to eat them.

How to Make Halloween Apple Donuts

Ingredients

Step 1: Slice the Apples

Cut the apples into 3/4-inch slices.

Use an apple corer, small cookie cutter, or the bottom of a pastry tip to remove the center from each slice and create a donut shape.

Step 2: Add the Nutella

Spread a layer of Nutella over each apple ring.

Step 3: Decorate

Top the apple donuts with Halloween sprinkles.

Serve immediately and enjoy.

Fun Ways to Customize Them

You can easily change these up depending on what you have at home.

Try different sprinkles, drizzle a little melted chocolate over the top, or let kids decorate each apple ring differently.

You can also make a small decorating station and let kids build their own Halloween apple donuts.

Tips for the Best Apple Donuts

Use crisp, firm apples so the slices hold their shape.

If you’re serving them for a party, prepare them as close to serving time as possible so the apples stay fresh.

You can also lightly brush the apple slices with lemon juice if you’re worried about browning.

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Final Thoughts

These Halloween apple donuts are a simple way to make snack time more festive without a complicated recipe.

They’re colorful, quick to make, and fun for kids to decorate — perfect for Halloween parties, after-school snacks, or a little October kitchen fun.