Description
When Crunchy Meets Cheerful – The Snack That Smiles Back!
One rainy afternoon, with only two apples and a handful of trail mix, I made a snack that’s now our family favorite. These colorful apple rings are like edible hugs—nutty, fruity, crunchy, and joyfully simple. Whether for after-school smiles or midday pick-me-ups, they’re ready in minutes and make snack time feel like playtime. Let’s make magic from pantry bits—because the best bites come from creativity!
Ingredients
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2 large apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work best)
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¼ cup peanut butter (or almond, sunflower, or soy butter)
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¼ cup trail mix (your mix, your rules!)
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1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, prevents browning)
Instructions
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Core & Slice apples into ¼-inch rings.
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Brush with lemon juice to keep them fresh-looking.
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Warm nut butter slightly and spread thinly on each ring.
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Sprinkle trail mix and gently press so it sticks.
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Serve immediately or store in layers with parchment—best within 4 hours.
Notes
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Too chunky? Rough chop your trail mix.
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Let kids decorate their own—fun and fuss-free!
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Cookie cutters = apple hearts for extra smiles!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 140per serving
- Sugar: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g