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    Momma Fit Lyndsey » Recipes » Snacks

    Apple Nachos - Healthy Snack for Kids

    Published: Jun 3, 2021 by Lyndsey · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Apple nachos are a delicious gluten free, dairy free and healthy snack for kids! Healthy apple nachos made apples and simple toppings like peanut butter and chocolate chips will be a hit with your family!

    plate of apple nachos topped with peanut butter and chocolate chips
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    • Healthy Apple Nachos - Healthy Snack for Kids

    One of my top Pinterest searches as a parent? Healthy snacks for kids!

    I'm always trying to come up with new ways to get my kiddos to choose snacks that are made with whole foods and have less processed ingredients!

    Some of the winners I've come up with like almond flour banana muffins, fruit salad and air fryer chicken nuggets are tried and true favorites, just like these healthy apple nachos!

    Why This Recipe Works

    • They are a healthy easy snack that your kids and family will love! The perfect afternoon snack, movie night treat or even for breakfast!
    • Healthy apple nachos are one of the best simple snacks with only three ingredients making them super cheap to make!
    • You can use peanut butter or almond butter instead of caramel to create a healthy kids snack that is full of protein.

    🍎 Ingredients You Need for This Recipe

    Here are the ingredients you need to make this recipe. Reference the recipe card at the bottom for exact measurements and the notes below for substitution ideas.

    ingredients to make healthy apple nachos
    • Apples:  I recommend a sweeter, sturdier apple like Gala, Honeycrisp or Fuji apples.
    • Peanut, almond or nut butter of choice: Georgia Grinders nut butters are my favorite nut butter to add to these healthy breakfast parfaits!  Use code LYNDSEY20 to shop Georgia Grinders and get a discount!
    • Dairy free chocolate chips:  For this recipe I used Enjoy Life mini chocolate chips.

    🔪 How to Make This Recipe

    This is a step by step walkthrough of how to cook this recipe. Exact cook time and temperatures are available in the recipe card at the bottom.

    steps for making apples into nachos for a healthy snack

    Wash and slice apples.  Arrange one layer of apples on a plate.

    Drizzle half of the melted nut butter over apples.  Evenly sprinkle dairy free chocolate chips over apples.

    Repeat process with remaining apples, nut butter and chocolate chips. Serve immediately.

    Expert Tips

    • Coat apples in a bit of lemon juice to keep them from browning.
    • Sub peanut butter for honey or caramel for a sweeter, more dessert-like treat. Top with marshmallows for a fun topping!
    • Use PB2 or peanut butter powder to create healthy apple nachos with less calories and are weight watchers friendly.
    • Top with heart healthy oats or granola for a delicious crunch.

    💭 FAQs

    What kind of apples work best for apple nachos?

    I recommend a sweeter apple like Gala, Fuji or Honeycrisp.  It also helps to have a slightly firmer apple that will hold the toppings.

    Are these healthy?

    Rather than using caramel, these apple nachos are topped with peanut butter or nut butter of your choice.  They also use dairy free mini chocolate chips.

    How do I store these?

    Generally my family eats the entire plate in one sitting.  However, if we have some left, they actually keep pretty well for a day in the fridge in an airtight container.  To deter the apples from browning try mixing them with a bit of lemon juice prior to assembling if you know you won't be using them all.

    plate and ingredients to make healthy apple nachos

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    Healthy Apple Nachos - Healthy Snack for Kids

    Apple nachos are a delicious gluten free, dairy free and healthy snack for kids! Healthy apple nachos made apples and simple toppings like peanut butter and chocolate chips will be a hit with your family!
    Course Snacks
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 1 minute
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 236kcal
    Author Lyndsey

    Ingredients

    • 5 apples Gala, Honeycrisp or Fuji recommended
    • 2 tablespoon peanut butter almond butter or nut butter of your choice
    • ¼ cup dairy free chocolate chips I used Enjoy Life Foods Mini Chocolate Chips

    Instructions

    • Wash and slice apples.  Arrange one layer of apples on a plate.
    • Drizzle half of the melted nut butter over apples.  Evenly sprinkle dairy free chocolate chips over apples.
    • Repeat process with remaining apples, nut butter and chocolate chips. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    Storage Tips: Store for up to 1 day in the fridge in an airtight container.  To deter the apples from browning try mixing them with a bit of lemon juice prior to assembling .
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 42.2g | Protein: 3.4g | Fat: 8.5g
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    1. Licorice & Limes

      July 10, 2021 at 10:57 am

      5 stars
      Loved this recipe! We included it in our recipe round up!

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      • Lyndsey

        July 19, 2021 at 2:14 pm

        Thank you!

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