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Healthy Apple Snacks

These healthy apple snacks are sweet, low calorie, and yummy! Kid-approved and super easy to make! No-bake and vegan-friendly (with vegan chocolate).

We are always looking for different snack ideas. It‘s easy to get tired of eating the same thing over and over again!

These apple snacks are a great way to mix things up. They are sweet, refreshing, a little salt, and delicious.

single apple slice with almond butter and toppings

They are really simple to make and take very little time to put together.

The apple snacks are low calorie and low in sugar. They make the perfect healthy snack and refreshing dessert.

two rows of healthy apple snacks

Apples are inexpensive and very healthy. Here, they are topped with your favorite nut butter and granola.

The best part? This healthy snack includes an indulgent drizzle of dark chocolate. It‘s a great way to treat your sweet tooth without the added guilt.

holding single apple slice with toppings

Is an Apple A Good Snack?

 

Apples are a fantastic snack. They are easily accessible and affordable.

You can find them right on your kitchen counter. This recipe just offers a new, unique way to enjoy them.

They are very low in calories. The average-sized apple only has about 95 calories.

Apples are also a great source of other nutrients we need in our daily diets. They have antioxidants, fiber, and Vitamin C.

Apples, in general, help to curb cravings and keep appetites at bay. They contain a lot of water, which helps you feel full for a longer period of time.

Some of the sweeter apples will work great with this recipe. Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious, and Fuji would be great choices.

Pick Granny Smith if you are looking for something more tart.

Low calorie apple snacks pin

This snack is full of flavor with just 40 calories.

Spreading the delicious nut butter is not just beneficial but adds flavor and texture.

The nut butter adds protein and flavor without added sugar. This is another ingredient that helps you stay full for longer.

three slices of apple with chocolate and granola

Using unsweetened granola and dark chocolate will keep the sugar content very low as well. The sprinkle of cinnamon gives it that extra boost of flavor.

These apple snacks are the perfect mix of sweet, salty, and crunchy.

How to Make Healthy Apple Snacks

The ingredients you‘ll need:

  • apple (Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious, and Fuji, etc.)
  • almond butter
  • unsweetened granola
  • cinnamon
  • dark chocolate chips

Start by cutting the apples into large wedges and removing the seeds.

sliced apples on cutting board

You can use a small paring knife or melon baller like this to remove the core and seeds. These are the tools that work best, so you aren‘t cutting away too much of the delicious apple.

cored apples

Keep the peels on! They have lots of added fiber and nutrients.

Slice the pieces into flat wedges. They should be about ¼“- ½“ inch / ½ cm thick.

Try to keep the wedges as flat as possible, so it‘s easier to spread the nut butter.

apple slices on cutting board

Spread the almond butter evenly across the apple wedges. Then sprinkle the granola and cinnamon on each wedge.

It‘s easier to put the almond butter on all of the apples first. Then lay them on a serving platter.

Sprinkle the granola and cinnamon over all of the apples at the same time. This is much quicker than doing one apple at a time.

apple slices with almond butter and granola

Now for the best part, the dark chocolate drizzle!

Place the dark chocolate in a bowl. Melt in the microwave in 30-second increments.

Stir the chocolate every 30 seconds or so. This will help the chocolate melt and prevent it from burning.

bowl of melted chocolate

Use a small spoon to drizzle the chocolate over the apple slices.

chocolate and almond butter covered apple slices

What Goes Well With Apple Slices?

Basically, any nut butter is going to taste delicious on apples. There are so many options.

Almond butter and peanut butter are great because they are easy to find. Make sure you are buying unsweetened nut butter.

We don‘t want any of the jars that have added sugars.

You can even try walnut butter or pecan butter. They would be something different and delicious to try.

Sunflower seed butter like this is another great option for those who cannot eat nuts.

Nut butters offer a great way to add protein and fiber to apples. There are also options out there with added nutrients like MCT oil you can get here.

healthy apple snacks on cutting board

Now, try a few options and see which ones you like best.

You could even try making your own by pureeing your favorite nuts in a food processor.

apple slices topped with granola and chocolate

When Can You Have These Apple Snacks

These healthy apple snacks are a great snack at any time of the day.

They pair well with coffee or tea.

The snacks would also make a great addition to a light lunch. They would go really well with a salad or another snack option.

Mixing up a bunch of healthy snacks is a great way to add variety to your meal options.

low calorie healthy apple snacks

They would even be great to serve when you have guests over. They look beautiful and taste even better.

single apple snack surrounded by granola

How Long Are Apples Good For?

holding apple slice with almond butter and granola

Apples themselves stay good to eat for a very long time. They will stay fresh for 6-8 weeks if you keep them in a cool, dry area.

They will stay fresh longer if you keep them in the refrigerator.

Be sure to eat these apple snacks right away, though. They taste the best fresh!

single almond butter covered apple slice

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Healthy Apple Snacks

Make these low-calorie sweet apple snacks! Almond butter makes these bites extra nutritious, rich in flavors, and delicious. They're vegan0friendly, low-calorie and gluten-free.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 24 apple snacks
Calories 40 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 apples
  • 3 tbsp almond butter
  • 3 tbsp unsweetened granola
  • 1/8 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Deseed the apples and cut them into flat wedges. Keep them as flat as possible.
  • Spread the almond butter on one side of the apple, sprinkle some granola and cinnamon.
  • Melt chocolate chips in the microwave. Stir every 30 seconds until it's fully melted.
  • Finally, drizzle chocolate over the apple wedges.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1apple snackCalories: 40kcalCarbohydrates: 4.4gProtein: 0.8gFat: 2.3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.7gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 1.1mgFiber: 0.9gSugar: 2.8g
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