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Tips, Serving Ideas and Substitutions

Quick Tips

• Slice the apples thin. Thin, crisp slices make these easy to pick up and eat just like nachos. Smaller apples work especially well for perfectly snackable slices.
• Use parchment paper for easy cleanup. Arrange the apple slices on a parchment-lined sheet pan or platter before adding all of those delicious drizzles and toppings.
• Warm your drizzles if needed. Slightly warming the peanut butter, chocolate sauce or caramel sauce makes them much easier to drizzle. If your sauces are already thin enough to drizzle, there’s no need to heat them.
• Get the kids involved. Let them drizzle the sauces and sprinkle on the toppings. It’s such a fun and easy recipe for little helpers!
• Make them ahead if you need to. The Apple Nachos can be prepared in advance, covered and refrigerated until you’re ready to serve. They’re especially refreshing served cold!

Serving Ideas

• Make them for an after-school snack. It’s such a fun way to turn everyday apples into an extra-special treat after a busy school day.
• Serve them for dessert. They’re a great no-bake option when you’re craving something sweet without making a whole dessert.
• Create a build-your-own Apple Nachos bar. Set out sliced apples, sauces and several toppings and let everyone create their own combination.
• Serve them for a fall gathering or game day. Make a big platter with all three flavor combinations so everyone can grab their favorite.
• Turn snack time into an activity. Let the kids assemble and decorate their own Apple Nachos for a fun weekend, playdate or family activity.

Substitutions

• Switch up the apples. Honeycrisp, Fuji and Gala apples are naturally sweet and delicious, Pink Lady apples offer a little less sweetness, and Granny Smith green apples add a fun tart contrast to the sweet toppings.
• Swap the peanut butter for almond butter or a cookie butter. Almond butter makes an easy and delicious peanut-free alternative and cookie butter gives you a nut-free option.
• Use your favorite candy. Chop up your favorite candy bars or use whatever small candies you have on hand instead of the mini M&M’s, chocolate chips or toffee bits.
• Change up the nuts. Mix and match chopped peanuts, pecans or another favorite nut to complement your drizzle and toppings.
• Create your own flavor combination. You don’t have to make all three versions! Pick your favorite drizzle and toppings or mix and match them to create your own Apple Nachos.