Last year we were sent two packets of Crazy Jack Organic Apricots. Crazy Jack is a foods company which sell organic baking and cooking ingredients. The organic dark apricots are super tasty and today we are sharing some fantastic and fun ideas which combine tasty delicious healthy apricots with orange chocolate.
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💖 Why This Recipe Works
- Fun & Creative: These apricot stick men are a fun and playful way to get kids excited about snacks.
- Quick & Simple: Made with just apricots, chocolate, and a few other ingredients, they’re easy to prepare.
- Versatile: Customize them for any occasion by turning them into different characters or festive shapes.
🥚Ingredients
- Crazy Jack Organic Apricots
- Terrys Chocolate Orange
- Wilton Candy Eyeballs
- Twiglets
- Marshmallows
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🌈 Substitutions and Variations
- Fruit Swap: Use dried figs or dates instead of apricots for a different fruity flavor.
- Crunchy Limbs: Try almonds, cashews, or even pretzel sticks for the arms and legs for a nice crunch.
- Fun Toppings: Add mini marshmallows for heads and decorate with sprinkles or edible glitter for extra flair.
🔪How to Make an Edible Stick Man
To begin with melt a small pot of chocolate into a container and dip the Crazy Jack Apricots into the chocolate. Add Wilton candy eyes and place in the fridge to set.
Now you have the basic Apricot with googly eyes, you can be creative and make different Apricot creatures. We began with Apricot Monsters.
Next I added some Chocolate Orange wings to create Apricot Bats. We then made some Apricot Stick Men. My daughter loves the Story Stick Man and so this is our Apricot Stick Man.
We then made some Apricot Butterflies. We added a few iced treats to our butterflies to add colour. You can use whatever you have in the home.
I think these could also be owls. You can also use huge marshmallows to create Apricot Sheep.
Here are our Apricot Rudolfs, made using twiglets. These would make a great Christmas Treat.
Last but not least are our Apricot Flies. These might be a fun idea for spring when covering the subject of bugs and creepy crawlies. I think the ideas are endless and it's a great way to snack on these tasty Apricots from Crazy Jack.
Which do you like the best? I like the Owls or butterflies. They are super cute.
Angela x
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Melt chocolate and dip apricots halfway, adding candy eyes before chilling to set.
- Use crushed Twiglets for arms and legs, and marshmallows for heads to enhance the stick figure look.
- Get creative by adding wings, using marshmallows for heads, or incorporating other fun elements to personalize your treats.
💭 FAQs
They're delicious dark apricots from Crazy Jack, perfect for creating these fun treats.
Absolutely! Feel free to use any apricots you have on hand.
Check baking supply stores or online retailers like Amazon.
Keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
💖 Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite treats to serve with apricot stick men:
- Mini Fruit Kabobs: Skewer colorful fruits like strawberries, grapes, and pineapple for a fun and healthy side.
- Chocolate-Dipped Pretzels: Offer pretzel rods dipped in white or dark chocolate, sprinkled with colorful nonpareils for a sweet and salty snack.
- Vanilla Yogurt Parfaits: Layer vanilla yogurt with granola and fresh berries for a creamy and crunchy dessert.
APRICOT STICK MEN AND TREAT IDEAS
Ingredients
- Crazy Jack Organic Apricots
- Terrys Chocolate Orange
- Wilton Candy Eyeballs
- Twiglets
- Marshmallows
Instructions
- To begin with melt a small pot of chocolate into a container and dip the Crazy Jack Apricots into the chocolate. Add Wilton candy eyes and place in the fridge to set.
- Now you have the basic Apricot with googly eyes, you can be creative and make different Apricot creatures. We began with Apricot Monsters.
- Next I added some Chocolate Orange wings to create Apricot Bats. We then made some Apricot Stick Men. My daughter loves the Story Stick Man and so this is our Apricot Stick Man.
- We then made some Apricot Butterflies. We added a few iced treats to our butterflies to add colour. You can use whatever you have in the home.
- I think these could also be owls. You can also use huge marshmallows to create Apricot Sheep.
- Last but not least are our Apricot Flies. These might be a fun idea for spring when covering the subject of bugs and creepy crawlies. I think the ideas are endless and it’s a great way to snack on these tasty Apricots from Crazy Jack.
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Totally love these- very clever. Have pinned for later
You are so creative, I love all these ideas and I think the kids would too
Thanks Zena. This was fun to make. 🙂
I have loads of twiglets left over from christmas, will have to make these with the kids
ooh I BET THEY WILL LOVE THEM.
Oh my how class as these. I will have to attempt to make these with the boys, thanks for the idea 🙂
This is such a fab idea! I love how adaptable they are, so many different creatures.
I love everything about these, 100%. They make me laugh, smile and i can eat them? A win in my book!
Oh thanks. That made my day!