Apple Nachos

Apple nachos combine tart apples, sweet caramel sauce and chocolate chips, topped with crunchy nuts for a flavor that can’t be beat!

This easy apple nachos recipe is a great snack or dessert that can be tailored to as healthy or decadent as you like! Try it with other snacky favorites like peanut butter chocolate puppy chow, deviled eggs, and pickled green tomatoes. 

Apple Nachos

Why you’ll love these caramel apple nachos!

📌 Tart apples with sweet caramel sauce and chocolate topped with crunch nuts

📌 Simple to make and perfect for a crowd. 

📌 Easy to double or triple the recipe!

Apple Nacho Ingredients

• Apples – Choose your favorite type of apple. We love granny smith for the tartness against the sweet caramel topping. 
• Lemon juice + water – Fresh or bottled is fine. This will help keep the apples from browning. 
• Caramel sauce – Make your own dulce de leche caramel sauce (only 1 ingredient!) or grab a jar near the ice cream toppings. 
• Toppings – Chopped nuts (we used walnuts), mini chocolate chips. 

How do you make apple nachos? (step-by-step directions)

⭐ First, fill a large bowl with cool water and stir in some lemon juice.

⭐ Next, core and slice each apple. Add the apple slices to the the lemon water as you slice. 

⭐ Then, drain the apple slices and arrange on a large plate or platter. 

⭐ Finally, drizzle with caramel sauce and finish with chocolate chips, nuts, and other fun toppings!

Preparation

Can you make apple nachos ahead of time?

These are best when made and served right away, but if you want to prep in advance, go ahead and core and slice the apples. 

Refrigerate them in the lemon water until you’re ready to assemble your nachos so they don’t turn brown. 

What kind of apples for apple nachos?

We’re partial to granny smith apples because we love the tart + sweet contrast, but any variety of apple will work in this recipe. 

What toppings for apple nachos recipe?

In the pictured recipe we’ve used caramel sauce, mini chocolate chips, and chopped walnuts, but the possibilities are endless! Here are some more ideas:

Sauces and drizzles:

• Marshmallow fluff
• Peanut butter or peanut butter dip
• Chocolate ganache
• Butterscotch ganache
• Cheesecake dip

Sweet toppings:

• White chocolate chips
• Butterscotch chips
• Chopped candy bars
• Toffee bits
• Coconut flakes
• Dried or freeze dried fruit
• Mini marshmallows

Crunch and savory toppings:

• Chopped pretzels
• Crispy wontons
• Sprinkles
• Toasted coconut
• Bacon

Spices: 

• Cinnamon
• Nutmeg
• Apple pie spice
• Pumpkin pie spice
• Cocoa powder

Are apple nachos healthy?

This is going to depend on a lot of factors including the toppings you choose as well as your personal dietary needs. 

If you want to keep this recipe lower calorie with added protein, try using peanut butter as the drizzle and your favorite dried or freeze dried fruits as a topping!

Storage and leftovers

How long do apple nachos last?

You can keep leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.  Store in an air tight container for best results. 

The apples may start to brown after a day or so, but they will still be safe to eat. 

Can you freeze apple nachos?

We do not recommend freezing this recipe. 

Tips, tricks, and frequently asked questions

✅ Try using different apple varieties to mix up the colors and flavors. 

✅ Keep a bowl of sliced apples in lemon water in the fridge so you can make this snack any time. 

✅ Mix up your toppings or create a topping bar so everyone can add their own favorites. 

What to eat with apple nachos (serving suggestions)

This is a great snacky finger food for play dates or parties.  Serve these with other fun favorites like kool aid pickles, bbq chicken taquitos, and caprese skewers. 

More delicious apple recipes

• Caramel apple cheesecake
• Apple dump cake
• Dutch apple pie
• Snickers salad recipe
• See all our recipes using apples!

Other snack recipes you’ll want to try

• Candied bacon
• S’mores bark
• Cinnamon twists
• Garlic parm chex mix
• See all our yummy snack recipes!

Tools we love

• Pyrex mixing bowls – These glass bowls are big and gorgeous and perfect for mixing everything from ginger cookies, to pizza dough!
• Santoku knife – My favorite knife for cutting vegetables!  This knife is the perfect size and shape, handles great, and is super reasonably priced.

How to Make Apple Nachos