Apples and Pears Nachos

I love apples and pears! There’s something about a crisp apple that just feels like a celebration of the season. Growing up, we always had those sticky, sugary caramel apples from the fair—you know the ones that are impossible to eat without making a mess!

I wanted to bring those flavors home to my kitchen but keep them ‘Sunnie’ approved: clean, simple, and actually good for you. These Apple Nachos are my favorite way to enjoy a ‘deconstructed’ treat that feels like a party on a plate.

Why You’ll Like It

• You can have this on the table in under 10 minutes!
• The combination of cold, crisp apples and pears with toasted nuts is unbeatable.
• The date-caramel and nut butter is way healthier than the refined sugars of corn syrup.
• It’s a fun, interactive snack that makes eating fruit feel like a dessert. Your kids will love it!

Cost & Nutrition Comparison

• Store-Bought Caramel Apples often cost $5–$8 each and are loaded with high-fructose corn syrup, artificial dyes, and wax. One of those can pack over 400 calories of mostly empty sugar.
• This version cost about $1.50 per serving using pantry staples. You get heart-healthy fats from the nuts and 100% of the fiber from the apple skin, all for about 180–200 calories.

Pro Tip

To keep your apple and pear slices from browning if you aren’t serving them immediately, toss them in a little bowl of water with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for 30 seconds before plating.

Second Pro Tip – assembly all ingredients right before serving. The crunch of the fruit is amazing!

Final Thoughts🌻

I took these to a little tea party and they were a huge hit! I hope they bring a little sunshine to your afternoon snack time. They are proof that eating plant-based doesn’t mean missing out on the fun!

Apples & Pear Nachos

A fun, Whole Food, Plant-Based twist on a classic treat! These Apples & Pears Nachos feature crisp slices drizzled with creamy nut butter and crunchy toppings for a healthy, kid-friendly 10-minute snack. They're also adult friendly and totally yummy!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 100

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 large organic apples Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work great
• 2 medium pears Bosc or Anjou
• 1/2 cup caramel drizzle (recipe link in the notes)
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
• 1 tbsp cacao nibs or dairy-free mini chocolate chips
• Optional: A sprinkle of cinnamon

Method

 

1. Core and thinly slice the apples and the pears.
2. Arrange the slices in a circular pattern on a large plate, overlapping slightly like nachos.
3. Drizzle the caramel drizzle evenly over the slices.
4. Top with walnuts, cacao nibs, and a dash of cinnamon.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

The apples and pears are the star here but the caramel drizzle is the added punch you need just to make you sit up and take notice. Not too much or it drowns out the flavors. Just the right amount to compliment.