Apple Slices with Peanut Butter

Why you'll love this recipe

Simple, satisfying, and nutritious. The combination of fibre from apple and protein from peanut butter keeps you full for hours. Perfect 3pm pick-me-up.

Ingredients

• 1 medium apple (any variety)
• 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
• Optional toppings: cinnamon, granola, dark chocolate chips, hemp seeds

Instructions

1. Wash and slice: Core apple and slice into wedges. About 8 slices per apple.

2. Prevent browning: Optional - toss slices in a little lemon juice.

3. Serve with peanut butter: Place peanut butter in a small bowl for dipping.

4. Add toppings: Sprinkle with cinnamon, drizzle with honey, or add chosen toppings.

Tips for success

• Best apples: Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala for sweetness. Granny Smith for tartness.
• Natural peanut butter: Just peanuts and salt. Stir well before using.

Variations

• Almond butter: Slightly milder flavour.
• Apple nachos: Slice thin, spread peanut butter, drizzle chocolate, add toppings.
• Ants on a log: Fill celery with peanut butter and top with raisins.

Storage

Best eaten immediately to prevent browning. Slices can be stored in water in fridge for 1 day.