Healthy Apple Nachos | High Protein & Vegan Friendly
Satisfy your sweet tooth cravings while staying on track with your fitness goals with these irresistible Healthy Apple Nachos. A perfect combo of sweet and crispy apples with the protein-packed goodness of gooey peanut butter and chocolate sauce that takes it to the next level. For added crunch, top off these high protein apple nachos with crispy granola and shredded coconut. A yummy snacking treat that everyone will love!
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Why You’ll Love This Healthy Apple Nachos
Nutritious Ingredient: High Protein Apple Nachos help satisfy your appetite while nourishing your body with a guilt-free snack. It is packed with essential nutrients that play a key role in body’s overall health.
Packed with Protein: This nutritious snack is a potent source of protein. The protein and fiber in these apple nachos also help you stay full longer, reducing your cravings for unhealthy snacks.
Free from Refined Sugars: These high protein nachos are free from artificial sweeteners therefore do not spike blood sugar.
Versatile and Customizable: Customize your High Protein Apple Nachos with various toppings and sauces. You can customize the recipe with what you have on hand.
Healthier Alternative: Unlike traditional nachos, these apple nachos are packed with wholesome ingredients. Fresh apples offer essential vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants, while the granola and shredded coconut provide a dose of whole grains and healthy fats respectively.
Easy to Prepare: You can make these apple nachos in less than 15 minutes. It’s a hassle-free recipe that is super easy to prepare and requires minimal ingredients.
How to make Healthy Apple Nachos
Slice Apples
Core the apples and chop them into slices. You can leave the skin on for added nutrition and texture.
Arrange Apple Slices on a Plate
Take a large plate and arrange the apple slices in a circle so the toppings can cover every slice evenly. This arrangement will make it easier to drizzle the sauces and add the toppings later.
Make peanut butter sauce
Make your high-protein peanut butter sauce by mixing powdered peanut butter with water until your desired consistency is reached. If it is too thick, add more water. If it is too thin, add more powdered peanut butter.
Make Chocolate Sauce
Mix your high-protein chocolate sauce with protein powder, cacao powder, maple syrup, and water. Add water as needed until you reach your desired consistency.
Drizzle Sauces & Add Topping
Drizzle the high-protein peanut butter and chocolate sauce over the apple slices. Add the granola and shredded coconut on top of the sauced apples. These toppings will add a delightful crunch and flavor to the nachos.
Serve Healthy Apple Nachos!
Serve them immediately and savor the wholesome flavors.
Recipe Tips and Variations:
Try different toppings and sauces to create unique flavor combinations. Chopped nuts, dried fruits, or a drizzle of maple syrup can add extra sweetness and crunch. Or try different flavored protein powders to create your own version of this healthy snack. What would you love to add to your apple nachos?
For a nut-free version, substitute the powdered peanut butter with seed butter like sunflower seed butter or tahini.
Choose Crisp Apples: When selecting apples for this easy apple nachos recipe, choose crisp and firm varieties, which will provide a satisfying crunch. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady apples work well.
Serve Immediately: For the finest texture and maximum flavor, serve the High Protein Apple Nachos immediately after preparing. The toppings will be crunchy, the apples will be crisp, and the sauces will be of optimal consistency.
Experiment with Variations: Don’t be afraid to experiment with different recipe variations. Add your favorite fruits, swap the toppings, or try different flavored protein powders to create personalized High Protein Apple Nachos versions.
Can I use other fruits instead of apples? While this recipe specifically highlights apples, you can try other fruits as a base for your nachos. Pears, sliced bananas, or even stone fruits like peaches can work well. Adjust the toppings and sauces accordingly to complement the fruit flavor.
Can I make this recipe gluten-free? Use gluten free granola for gluten free version of this delicious snack.
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High Protein Apple Nachos
Ingredients
- 2 apples
- ¼ cup granola
- 2 tbsp shredded coconut
Protein Peanut Butter Sauce
- ¼ cup Powdered Peanut Butter
- 2- 3 tbsp water
Protein Chocolate Sauce
- 3 tbsp vegan chocolate protein powder
- 1 tbsp cacao powder
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 5-6 tbsp water
Instructions
- Core your apples and chop them into slices.
- Arrange your apples in a circle on a large plate so the toppings can cover every slice.
- Make your high-protein peanut butter sauce by mixing powdered peanut butter with water until your desired consistency is reached. If it is too thick, add more water. If it is too thin, add more powdered peanut butter.
- Mix your high-protein chocolate sauce with protein powder, cacao powder, maple syrup, and water. Add water as needed until you reach your desired consistency.
- Drizzle your high-protein peanut and chocolate sauce over your apples, then add some granola and shredded coconut on the top.
- Serve and enjoy!