Description
Healthy Apple Nachos are a delicious and nutritious snack featuring crisp apple slices topped with creamy almond butter, crunchy granola, mini dark chocolate chips, shredded coconut, and chia seeds. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a wholesome treat that combines sweetness with a variety of textures and flavors, making it ideal for a light snack or healthy dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 2 large apples (preferably a mix of sweet and tart, like Fuji and Granny Smith)
Toppings
- 1/2 cup almond butter (or any nut butter of your choice)
- 1/4 cup granola (choose your favorite variety)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (dark chocolate for a healthier option)
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened for a healthier choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for a warm flavor)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (for added nutrition)
- 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans, optional)
Instructions
- Wash Apples: Wash the apples thoroughly under cold water to remove any wax or pesticides. Use a vegetable brush for best results.
- Dry Apples: Pat the apples dry with a paper towel or a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
- Core Apples: Core the apples using an apple corer or slice carefully around the core with a knife to remove it.
- Slice Apples: Cut the apples into thin rounds about 1/4 inch thick, or into wedges according to your preference.
- Prevent Browning: Toss apple slices with a little lemon juice if they will sit before serving to keep them fresh and prevent browning.
- Prepare Almond Butter: Place almond butter in a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 15-20 seconds if it’s too thick to drizzle.
- Sweeten Almond Butter: Stir in honey or maple syrup if using, mixing well to combine sweetness evenly.
- Add Cinnamon: Sprinkle cinnamon into the almond butter mixture and stir until fully incorporated for warm flavor.
- Arrange Apple Slices: Lay out apple slices in a single overlapping layer on a large serving platter or parchment-lined baking sheet for an attractive presentation.
- Drizzle Almond Butter: Generously drizzle the prepared almond butter mixture over the arranged apple slices for creamy texture and flavor.
- Add Granola: Sprinkle granola evenly over the apple slices to add crunch and texture contrast.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Scatter mini dark chocolate chips on top for a rich, indulgent touch.
- Sprinkle Coconut: Add shredded unsweetened coconut over the top to enhance flavor and visual appeal.
- Add Seeds and Nuts: For extra nutrition, sprinkle chia seeds and chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans across the dish.
- Additional Sweetness: Drizzle a bit more honey or maple syrup over everything if you desire extra sweetness.
- Final Cinnamon Sprinkle: Lightly dust a little extra cinnamon on top for added aroma and warmth.
- Serve: Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest flavors and textures. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
Notes
- Using a mix of sweet and tart apples like Fuji and Granny Smith creates a balanced flavor profile.
- Microwaving almond butter slightly makes it easier to drizzle over the apples.
- Lemon juice helps prevent apple slices from browning, keeping your dish visually appealing.
- Dark chocolate chips offer a richer taste and are a healthier choice than milk chocolate.
- Leftovers should be consumed within 1-2 days to maintain freshness and texture.
- Customize toppings like granola, nuts, and seeds based on your preference or dietary needs.
