Apple Nachos are one of the easiest and most fun snacks or desserts you can make. In just 10 minutes, crisp apple slices turn into a delicious treat with your favorite toppings. Add creamy peanut butter and melted chocolate for the ultimate sweet and crunchy bite. This easy apple nachos recipe is perfect for a quick snack, simple no-bake dessert, fall gathering, or festive party platter.
Come September, fall arrives in the Midwest and so does apple season. Fresh, crisp apples are everywhere, and I love finding new ways to enjoy them. Along with my Apple Pie Puff Pastry, Apple Cinnamon Muffins and Mulled Apple Cider, these Apple Nachos have become one of my go-to fall recipes.
Why You Will Love Apple Nachos
This is one of those recipes you can make without much planning. These fruit nachos are also vegan and gluten-free.
You need fresh apples and a few favorite toppings. The combination is completely customizable.
The apples provide a crisp and juicy base. Peanut butter adds creamy richness. Chocolate makes them feel like a treat. Coconut flakes make it more earthy.
This recipe is a fun way to serve apples to kids. Let everyone add their own toppings and create their own apple nachos.
How to make Apple Nachos
- Core and slice the apples to about ¼ inch thickness. Soak the slices in a shallow bowl with 4 cups of water and ¼ cup lemon/lime juice to prevent browning.
- Drain the apple slices. Put them on a clean kitchen towel and let excess water drip off.
- Arrange the apple slices in a circular pattern on a large platter. Slightly overlap them to create an attractive nacho-style layer.
- Warm the peanut butter and chocolate sauce for a few seconds in the microwave. Stir until smooth and easy to drizzle.
- Drizzle both on top of the sliced apples
- Evenly sprinkle cinnamon sugar, shredded coconut, chocolate chips, and any other toppings you would like. For a sweet and salty finish, add a small pinch of flaky sea salt. Serve immediately.
What Toppings can be used for Healthy Apple Nachos?
Apple nachos are fun because the possibilities for toppings are endless. Some of our favorites
- Dulce de Leche- I often keep a jar of our favorite Instant Pot Dulce de Leche in the fridge. That sauce works wonderfully for a drizzle.
- Marshmallows
- Pumpkin spice
- Raisins, chopped dates
- Seeds - pumpkin, chia, hemp or sunflower
- Nuts - chopped almonds, pecans or walnuts
- Crushed Candy bars
- Sprinkles
- Dusting of sea salt crystals
Pro Tips
- This recipe should be served soon after it is made. The apples will stay fresher and taste crisp. If you are looking to save it, wrap plastic clings around the plate and keep in the refrigerator for max 2 hours.
- I prefer to use slightly tart apples like Granny Smith. Honey Crisp, Gala or Fuji types also work. To make it colorful and fancy, use both red and green apples and alternate the slices for a beautiful presentation. It also gives a nice balance of tart and sweet taste.
- Warm thick peanut butter and dulce de leche before drizzling. They will spread much more easily.
- Do not add too many toppings at once. You want the apples to remain easy to pick up.
- Serve the nachos on a wide platter so every slice gets some of the toppings.
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How to prevent the sliced apples from browning?
- The best way to prevent the apple slices from oxidizing and turning brown is to toss them in a bowl filled with ice cold water mixed with 1-2 tbsp. of lemon juice. You can also use vinegar , a bit of baking soda or Fruit-Fresh to control browning.
- This keeps them crisp and looking pretty and fresh! If you plan to eat it right after making it, you could skip the step and just arrange the freshly cut slices. If you plan to serve it for party, I do recommend to soak them in ice cold water since brown apples are not visually appealing.
- I do not recommend storing them sliced for too long regardless. Freshly cut are always the best and crisp.
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📖 Recipe
Healthy Apple Nachos
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 small apples sliced
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter Use seed butter to make this recipe nut free
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon sugar
- ¼ cup Chocolate Sauce
Optional Ingredients
- ¼ cup shredded dry coconut
- ¼ cup lemon or lime juice to prevent browning
- ¼ cup Chocolate Chips
- pinch sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Core and slice the apples to about ¼ inch thickness. Soak the slices in a shallow bowl with 4 cups of water and ¼ cup lemon/lime juice to prevent browning.
- Drain the apple slices. Put them on a clean kitchen towel and let excess water drip off.
- Arrange the apple slices in a circular pattern on a large platter. Slightly overlap them to create an attractive nacho-style layer.
- Warm the peanut butter and chocolate sauce for a few seconds in the microwave. Stir until smooth and easy to drizzle.
- Drizzle both on top of the sliced apples
- Evenly sprinkle cinnamon sugar, shredded coconut, chocolate chips, and any other toppings you would like. For a sweet and salty finish, add a small pinch of flaky sea salt. Serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
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This recipe was originally published on ProfusionCurry Website on September 26, 2020.
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