Apple Nachos Peanut Butter Chocolate (Print version)

Crisp apple slices layered with warm peanut butter and chocolate drizzle, topped with crunchy extras for a satisfying snack.

# What you'll need:

→ Fruit

01 - 3 large crisp apples, cored and thinly sliced

→ Toppings

02 - 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
03 - 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
04 - 2 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts
05 - 2 tablespoons mini pretzel pieces
06 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
07 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

# Method:

01 - Arrange apple slices in a single overlapping layer on a large serving platter.
02 - Warm peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 15-20 seconds until pourable. Drizzle evenly over the apples.
03 - Melt chocolate chips in microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Drizzle over apples and peanut butter.
04 - Sprinkle with chopped peanuts, mini pretzel pieces, shredded coconut, and drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired.
05 - Serve immediately for best texture and crunch.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Satisfies that sweet and salty craving in under ten minutes flat
  • The contrast of cold crisp apples against warm gooey toppings is absolutely addictive
  • Endlessly customizable based on whatever toppings you have in your pantry
02 -
  • The peanut butter thickens fast once it hits the cold apples, so work quickly when drizzling
  • Overheating chocolate will seize into a grainy mess, so patience with those short microwave bursts is crucial
03 -
  • Toss apple slices in a little lemon juice if prepping ahead to prevent browning
  • Set up a toppings bar and let guests build their own for a fun interactive dessert

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