Crispy Apple Nachos Cinnamon Tahini (Printable)

Crisp apple slices layered with crunchy toppings and a warmly spiced cinnamon tahini drizzle for a wholesome sweet treat.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Apples

01 - 3 large crisp apples (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)

# Directions:

01 - Core and thinly slice the apples. 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 until combined. Add warm water one tablespoon at a time, whisking continuously, until the mixture is smooth and reaches a pourable consistency.
03 - Drizzle the cinnamon tahini sauce evenly 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 a pinch of flaky sea salt if desired.
05 - Serve right away for the crispiest texture. Apples will begin to brown if left out for an extended period.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It converts even the most snack resistant skeptics into people who genuinely crave fruit based treats.
  • The tahini drizzle tastes like something from a fancy bakery but requires zero cooking skill and about ninety seconds of whisking.
02 -
  • Slice the apples right before assembling or they will brown and go soft, turning your beautiful platter into something that looks tired and defeated.
  • The thickness of tahini varies wildly between brands, so adjust the warm water by eye rather than measurement and trust your instinct over the recipe.
03 -
  • Warm the tahini in the microwave for ten seconds before whisking to make it dramatically easier to blend smooth and lump free.
  • Double the drizzle recipe and keep the extra in a jar in the fridge for toast, oatmeal, or late night spoon eating straight from the container.

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