Description
This platter is like a hug on a board—crispy apples, creamy cheeses, nutty crunch, and sweet drizzles all dancing together. No cooking, no stress—just slice, scoop, and let everyone build their own perfect bite. Whether it’s after-school snacking, brunch hosting, or a solo treat-yourself moment, this board makes apples the star of the show. Grab a board, gather your goodies, and get ready for joy-filled grazing!
Ingredients
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Apples (2–3 varieties): Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Fuji
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Sweet dips: Peanut or almond butter, maple cream cheese, chocolate sauce
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Savory dips: Brie, goat cheese, whipped feta with honey, sharp cheddar spread
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Crunchy add-ins: Toasted pecans, granola clusters, pretzel sticks, crackers, rice cakes
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Sweet extras: Dried cranberries, dark chocolate chips, apple butter
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Optional flair: Cinnamon, pumpkin spice, sea salt flakes, rosemary sprigs
Instructions
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Prep apples: Slice ¼-inch thick, toss in lemon juice + water, pat dry.
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Whip & warm dips: Fluff cream cheese with maple, microwave nut butter 15 sec, drizzle honey over feta.
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Set anchors: Place dips in bowls across board to create “flavor zones.”
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Arrange apples: Fan slices around dips, mixing red + green for contrast.
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Fill & scatter: Add nuts near cheeses, chocolate by sweet dips, pretzels spilling onto apples.
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Finish with flair: Cinnamon dust, rosemary sprigs, or honey drizzles.
Notes
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Pair with hot chai or sparkling cider.
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Offer small knives + napkins for easy grazing.
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Encourage wild combos (cheddar + apple + honey = magic).
Nutrition
- Calories: 250–350 cal Per Serving
- Carbohydrates: 30–40g
- Protein: 5–8g