Crispy Apple Nachos With Cinnamon (Print Version)
Crisp apple slices topped with coconut, nuts, and a warm cinnamon tahini drizzle for a sweet, wholesome treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Apples
01 - 3 large crisp apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and thinly sliced
→ Cinnamon Tahini Drizzle
02 - 3 tablespoons tahini
03 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey)
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1–2 tablespoons warm water, as needed to thin
→ Toppings
06 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
07 - 1/4 cup roasted chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, or walnuts)
08 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips (dairy-free if desired)
09 - 2 tablespoons dried cranberries or raisins
10 - Pinch of flaky sea salt (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Core the apples and slice them thinly. Arrange the slices in an overlapping layer on a large serving platter.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the tahini, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon. Add warm water one tablespoon at a time, whisking continuously, until the mixture is smooth and reaches a pourable consistency.
03 - Evenly drizzle the cinnamon tahini sauce over the arranged apple slices, covering as much surface area as possible.
04 - Sprinkle the shredded coconut, roasted chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips, and dried cranberries over the drizzled apples. Finish with an optional pinch of flaky sea salt.
05 - Serve right away for the crispiest texture. The apples are best enjoyed fresh before they begin to brown.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It bridges the gap between healthy snacking and treating yourself, without making you choose.
- The cinnamon tahini drizzle tastes like something you would pay twelve dollars for at a cafe.
02 -
- Apples start browning within twenty minutes, so a quick squeeze of lemon juice on the slices buys you extra time if you are prepping ahead.
- If your tahini is cold from the fridge it will seize and refuse to thin, so let it sit on the counter for ten minutes first.
03 -
- Slice the apples about an eighth of an inch thick so they hold the toppings without flopping over.
- Warming the tahini drizzle gently in the microwave for ten seconds makes it pour like a dream.