Apple Nachos recipe with peanut butter and chocolate drizzle. Fruit, protein and chocolate makes this a great healthy snack at any time! Vegan, gluten-free, 5 minute dessert.
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One of the best things about pinterest is the inspiration you can find.
I especially love when I see a picture of food that makes me feel the need to go make that recipe right that second.
Enter: apple nachos.
It was a pin from this page where I first heard about such a thing, and the options for toppings are endless.
These are not exactly (/at all) like “nachos” since I didn’t melt the whole thing in the microwave, there are no chips and there is no cheese (note to self: try this another time with cheese!).
However, apple nachos sounds much more exciting than “apples with various toppings”, so I’m going to go with it.
It’s basically a way to get your “apple a day” while satisfying your sweet tooth at the same time.
In my searches I have seen caramel apple nachos, toppings like marshmallows and candy bars, but of course for my first try I decided on peanut butter and chocolate apple nachos.
Why would I go any other way?
This is a totally flexible recipe – you can use any kind of apple you want, any kind of topping and any amount. Many people prefer a granny smith apple but my personal preference is to use a sweet red apple.
Though you just can’t go wrong with peanut butter and chocolate.
If you are allergic or want a version of apple nachos without peanut butter, other options are almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower butter.
I list the amounts I used for my plate just for a guideline. I used an 8-piece apple corer like this one
I melted 1/4 cup of peanut butter in the microwave and drizzled that on, and I tried to do the same with 1/4 cup chocolate chips. The melted chocolate didn’t spread as far as I wanted so I also added chocolate chips (a few mini, and few regular sized) on top.
Update: I’ve been informed this is a hit as an appetizer too, but I can’t claim to have shared this with anyone. It’s not often you get a serving of fruit, protein, and chocolate all in one, so this is basically the best dessert snack ever.
If you make these apple nachos, take a pic and tag me on instagram with the hashtag #trialandeater so I can find them! I’d love to see your creations.
Apple "Nachos" with peanut butter and chocolate drizzle. Fruit, protein and chocolate makes this a great healthy snack at any time! Vegan, gluten-free, 5 minute dessert.
- 1 Fuji apple (or slicing apple of your choice), cut into 32 thin slices*
- 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter , melted
- 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips , melted**
- 1 handful of chocolate chips (I used a combination of mini semi-sweet chips and regular sized dark chocolate chips), for sprinkling **
- Arrange apple slices on a plate.
- Drizzle melted peanut butter over apple slices with a spoon, and do the same with the melted chocolate.
- Sprinkle handful of chocolate chips over the plate as topping.
- Serve immediately.
I used an 8-piece apple corer, cut each piece in half, and then each in half again.
*If you are vegan, double check the labels, as not all brands of dark and semi-sweet chocolate are vegan.
**You can reduce the amount of chocolate + peanut butter by half or more if you want to cut down the calories - I just like to overload it sometimes!
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Anne says
What a great idea!!! These look delicious!
Kelly says
Thank you Anne!
illinik says
I have made this a lot using peanut butter and Nutella. Delish!
Ashley says
I love that these are called apple nachos – that’s so fun! And with chocolate and peanut butter … you just cannot go wrong!
Kelly says
I agree Ashley, PB&Chocolate can never steer you wrong 🙂
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
I love chocolate and peanut butter together but have never put it on fruit. I’ve always been bad and put it in ice cream, cookies or bars. What a clever (and healthier) way to eat it.
Kelly says
You should definitely try it, Maureen!
Liz says
What a beautiful presentation…it looks like a flower!!! And it also looks quite scrumptious!
Kelly says
Thank you Liz! I didn’t notice the flower resemblance until now 🙂
Von says
I’ve had plenty of ‘must make this now!’ pintrest moments too 🙂 Love the idea of apple nachos!! I love apples so this sounds amazing! And yours is so pretty too!
Kelly says
Thank you Von! Pinterest is the best for inspiration!
Claudia @Breakfast Drama Queen says
This is an awesome idea!
Kelly says
Thanks Claudia!
Joanne says
Pretty sure I would prefer these sweet nachos to any savory version. Can’t go wrong with peanut butter and chocolate!
Kelly says
Definitely cannot go wrong with this combo!
Kelly says
Yum, this is such a great and healthy snack! It looks delicious and totally has my attention with all that peanut butter and chocolate 🙂
Kelly says
Thanks Kelly! Peanut butter and chocolate always gets my attention, too 🙂
Kelly @ hidden fruits and veggies says
This is such a great dessert/snack idea! I’m a huge sucker for those enormous apples dipped in chocolate, caramel, etc and coated in nuts (not just a caramel apple, the ones like totallllly coated they sometimes sell in fudge shops). Sounds like a healthier, just as tasty way to get my crazy candy apple fix.
Kelly says
Oh yes, those are so good! This is just like that, but not quite as messy. Adding some nuts on here would be another great topping!
Tammi Peck says
I made these tonight……..YUMMMMMMM!!!!!!! I used crunchy peanutbutter and chocolate syrup (like for icecream) It was AWESOME! I will be making this again.
Kelly says
Sounds delicious!
cheri says
This is such a clever snack, your presentation is gorgeous. And yes I know what you mean about being inspired after seeing something on-line and then immediately running out to the kitchen.
Kelly says
Thank you Cheri! Don’t you love when that happens?
Matt @ Plating Pixels says
I saw this on the Curried Cantaloupe recipe roundup that my Orange Cumin and Chicken Couscous recipe is featured on as well. This looks simply amazing and I love your photography! Who would have thought healthy could be so sweet and tasty.
Kelly says
Thank so much for the compliment, Matt! I just love simple healthy snacks that can double as dessert.
ela@GrayApron says
What a great idea! Looks beautiful and I’m sure it’s delicious!
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Kelly says
Thanks Ela – it is very delicious!
Tandy | Lavender and Lime says
I am eating apples for breakfast right now! Am so going to try them with peanut butter which I always have in my pantry 🙂
Kelly says
A girl after my own heart – peanut butter should always be in a well-stocked pantry 🙂 I love the combo, I hope you do too!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
I LOVE apple nachos. One of my favourite snacks. Apple and peanut butter just go so well together, don’t they!
Kelly says
I’m only sad I’m late to the party and didn’t discover these sooner! I’m excited to try new topping variations.
Ema @ On the flavor road says
So easy and soooo good!!! I usually add tahini and honey to a fruit when I want an healthy sweet 🙂 But your apple nachos sound delicious! I might also try with peanut butter honey and cinnamon :)! Thank you for sharing this great idea!!! :*
Kelly says
I love your idea of adding honey and cinnamon, Ema! Total indulgence 🙂
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
This looks like the perfect, healthy snack! What a great combination!
Kelly says
Thanks Gayle – anything with PB&Chocolate is a winner, amiright?
Emma | Fork and Good says
I love apple and peanut butter, my friends think I’m mad but I love it! This looks great though, can’t beat apple nachos! Beautiful pictures too 🙂
Kelly says
Thank you Emma! I love apple & pb too!
Meredith @ Unexpectedly Magnificent says
This looks gorgeous! Apples and peanut butter go so well together! 🙂
Kelly says
Thanks Meredith! I agree, it is a great pair!
Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says
This is a wonderful idea, Kelly! I usually have apples in our fruit bowl, and the other ingredients are pretty much staples, so these can be whipped up at any time! Love that melted PB drizzle – picture perfect! 🙂
Kelly says
Thank you Alyssa! That’s what I love about this, these are ingredients that are usually on hand for a quick and tasty snack. I hope you try it!
Mir says
This is the best! I love anything sweet with apples, like caramel or peanuts or chocolate. And this is a nice, easy way to get my fix! Nice pics, too!
Kelly says
Thanks Mir! Love this snack, it’s a great pick-me-up!
Jess says
I absolutely love this recipe! So much so I added it to my ultimate apple recipe roundup…I hope you will come by and take a look! Have a great week xo http://dreamingofleaving.com/2015/09/21/worlds-best-apple-recipe-roundup/
Emily Turk says
Wow these look divine! Thank you Kelly
Jay says
What is your best suggestion for melting peanut butter?
Kelly says
I just melt it in the microwave in 20 second increments. Shouldn’t take long.
Scott G says
All I can say is amazing. I love it.
Dannii says
This is one of my favourite snacks and it’s one of the most popular recipes in my book apparently. Apple and peanut butter just go so well together.
Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says
This is such a great idea! I’ll have to make it for an afternoon snack with my kids. And about finding inspiration on Pinterest! Totally! We’re renovating soon and I can’t stop pinning!
Lynda says
Oh. Em. GEEEE! I could so go for a plate of this right now. It looks so good and I know it’s healthy. 🙂
Debra C. says
I haven’t heard of apple nachos before, where have I been? Don’t worry, that won’t keep me from diving into this delicious plate of goodness – YUM!
Lisa | Garlic & Zest says
Holy over-the-top! I’m such a peanut butter fan, this has my name all over it!
Jessica says
I was searching for quick healthy snacks that I can take to uni with me and came across this. Mine didn’t look nearly as pretty, but I layered it in a plastic container, heated it up in the microwave at the university and boy was it delicious! Thanks so much for writing about it 😀
Kelly says
Awesome Jessica, so glad to hear it worked on-the-go!
Joy Hewitt says
How many calories does this have?
Amy says
Looks so good can’t wait to try it. Great ideas to make different types. I’m going to try Carmel and peanut pieces idea of Carmel Apple.
Thanks again for another great recipe