Caramel Popcorn Apple Nachos (Printer View)

Sliced apples topped with caramel, popcorn and chocolate, great for gatherings or sweet snacking moments.

# Components:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 3 large crisp apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, cored and thinly sliced

→ Popcorn

02 - 2 cups plain or lightly salted popcorn

→ Caramel Sauce

03 - 1/3 cup store-bought or homemade caramel sauce

→ Toppings

04 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
05 - 2 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts or pecans (optional)
06 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut (optional)

# Method:

01 - Wash, core, and thinly slice the apples. Place apple slices in an even layer on a large platter.
02 - Heat the caramel sauce in a microwave-safe bowl or saucepan until it becomes pourable.
03 - Drizzle half the warmed caramel sauce evenly over the arranged apple slices.
04 - Sprinkle popcorn generously over the caramel-topped apples.
05 - Drizzle the remaining caramel sauce over the popcorn and apples.
06 - Scatter mini chocolate chips and, if desired, roasted nuts and shredded coconut over the top.
07 - Serve at once for optimal texture and flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes
  • Customizable with toppings for any crowd
02 -
  • To keep apples from browning, slice just before assembling or toss with a little lemon juice
  • Check that your popcorn and caramel are gluten-free if needed
03 -
  • Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt for extra flavor
  • Add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for indulgence
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