Crunchy Loaded Apple Nachos with Almond Butter Drizzle
A quick and easy snack featuring crisp apple slices topped with toasted nuts, shredded coconut, mini dark chocolate chips, and a warm almond butter drizzle with honey and cinnamon. Perfect for snacking, brunch, or parties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp preferred)
- 1/2 cup smooth almond butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 2 tablespoons mini dark chocolate chips (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut, toasted
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Using a sharp knife, slice them into thin, even rounds about 1/4 inch thick. Remove any seeds. Arrange the slices overlapping slightly on a large serving platter.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread chopped almonds, pecans, and shredded coconut evenly on a baking sheet. Toast for 6-8 minutes, stirring halfway, until fragrant and golden. Remove from oven and let cool.
- In a small bowl, combine almond butter, honey, and cinnamon. Warm gently in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or over a double boiler until smooth and pourable. Stir well to combine.
- Drizzle the almond butter mixture evenly over the arranged apple slices. Sprinkle the toasted nuts, coconut, and mini dark chocolate chips over the top. Finish with a light pinch of sea salt.
- Serve immediately for best texture and crunch. If prepping ahead, keep apple slices and toppings separate and assemble just before serving.
Notes
If almond butter is too thick to drizzle, add a teaspoon of warm water to loosen it without losing flavor. Toast nuts carefully to avoid burning. Serve immediately to maintain crunch. To prevent apple slices from browning, toss lightly with lemon juice before assembling. Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 24 hours but apple slices may soften.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 of the pre
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 6.5
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