Description
These Peanut Butter Granola Apple Rings are a healthy, crunchy, and satisfying snack that combines crisp apples, creamy peanut butter, and crunchy granola. Perfect for a quick breakfast, a fun snack, or an easy dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium apples (such as Fuji or Granny Smith)
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
- 1/2 cup granola (your choice of flavor)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, to prevent browning)
Instructions
- Prep the Apples:
Wash and core the apples. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick rings. You can remove the seeds if desired, but leave the skin on for added fiber and nutrition. If you’re preparing the apples in advance, drizzle with lemon juice to prevent browning. - Spread the Peanut Butter:
Using a butter knife or spoon, spread a thin layer of peanut butter onto one side of each apple ring. Be generous but not overwhelming—you want the peanut butter to complement, not overpower, the apples. - Top with Granola:
Sprinkle granola evenly over the peanut butter. Press down gently to ensure it sticks to the peanut butter. You can use your favorite granola or even make your own with oats, nuts, and dried fruit for added texture and flavor. - Drizzle with Honey (Optional):
For a touch of sweetness, drizzle a small amount of honey over the granola-topped apple rings. This step is optional but highly recommended if you enjoy a sweet balance. - Serve and Enjoy:
Arrange the apple rings on a serving platter and enjoy immediately! If not eating right away, store them in the fridge for up to an hour to prevent the apple rings from getting soggy.
Notes
- Storage Tip: These apple rings are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1-2 hours. If stored too long, the granola may soften, so try to enjoy them soon after making.
- Variations: Feel free to customize your peanut butter by using almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower butter for a different flavor. You can also experiment with granola varieties like chocolate granola, fruit-nut granola, or cinnamon granola for added texture and flavor complexity.
- Dietary Options: For a vegan version, use natural peanut butter and choose a dairy-free granola. You can also swap honey for maple syrup for a plant-based sweetener.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 11
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g