Description
Peanut Butter Apple Slices are a quick, easy, and nutritious snack that combines crisp fresh apple slices with creamy or crunchy peanut butter. This delightful treat balances sweet, crunchy, and creamy textures, making it perfect for a mid-afternoon snack, a pre-workout energy boost, or a wholesome dessert. Customizable with various toppings and nut butters, it’s a kid-friendly and healthy option that can be prepared in under 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 fresh apples (preferably Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- 3–4 tablespoons natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Optional Toppings
- A pinch of cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Chopped walnuts, flaxseeds, or pumpkin seeds (optional)
- Mini chocolate chips (optional)
- Granola (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Wash the apples thoroughly and slice them into thin, even rounds or wedges. To prevent browning, lightly brush or toss the apple slices in freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Spread Peanut Butter: Using a butter knife or spoon, spread a thin, even layer of natural peanut butter onto each apple slice. Adjust the amount according to your preference for creaminess and flavor.
- Add Optional Toppings: Sprinkle your choice of toppings such as cinnamon, chia seeds, crushed nuts, mini chocolate chips, or granola over the peanut butter layer to enhance flavor and texture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the Peanut Butter Apple Slices on a plate. Enjoy immediately for best taste and texture, or pack them for on-the-go snacking.
Notes
- Choose firm and crisp apple varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp for the best texture.
- Use natural peanut butter without added sugars or hydrogenated oils for a healthier option.
- Brush apple slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Add crunchy toppings just before serving to avoid sogginess.
- Keep apple slices uniform in size for an attractive presentation and easier eating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 apple with peanut butter)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: peanut butter apple slices, healthy snack, quick snack, nut butter snack, kid-friendly snack, gluten free snack, natural ingredients
