Description
Caramel Apple Nachos are a fun and delicious dessert featuring thinly sliced crisp apples drizzled with warm caramel and melted chocolate, topped with a variety of sweet and crunchy toppings for an irresistible treat perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
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Apple Base
- 1 green apple, such as Granny Smith
- 1 red apple, such as Gala
- 1/2 lemon
Sauces
- 1/3 cup store-bought or homemade caramel sauce, warmed
- 1/3 cup white or semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
Optional Toppings
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons toffee bits
- 2 tablespoons chopped salted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons mini M&Ms
- 2 teaspoons sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Wash and dry the green and red apples thoroughly. Core them if desired, then using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer, slice the apples thinly and evenly. To prevent browning, squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the apple slices and toss gently to coat.
- Arrange the apples: Spread the lemon-coated apple slices evenly on a large serving platter or plate in a single layer, overlapping slightly for a visually appealing presentation.
- Warm the caramel sauce: Gently warm the store-bought or homemade caramel sauce in a microwave-safe bowl or over low heat on the stove until it is smooth and pourable but not hot.
- Melt the chocolate chips: Place the white or semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in short intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
- Drizzle sauces: Using a spoon or small piping bag, drizzle the warmed caramel sauce evenly over the arranged apple slices. Next, drizzle the melted chocolate over the apples and caramel, creating a delightful double-sauce effect.
- Add optional toppings: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips, toffee bits, chopped salted peanuts, mini M&Ms, and sprinkles over the top of the caramel and chocolate drizzled apples to add texture and bursts of flavor.
- Serve immediately: For best taste and to maintain apple crispness, serve the caramel apple nachos immediately after assembly. Enjoy as a party snack or a sweet treat any time.
Notes
- Use a tart apple like Granny Smith to balance the sweetness of the caramel and chocolate.
- To prevent apple slices from browning for longer periods, soak them in a mixture of water and lemon juice before assembling.
- Customize toppings to your liking—try adding shredded coconut, chopped pecans, or mini marshmallows.
- If you want a dairy-free version, use dairy-free caramel and chocolate chips.
- Caramel apple nachos are best enjoyed fresh to keep the apple slices crisp and avoid sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
