Looking for a fun, easy, and kid-approved snack that’s both healthy and delicious? These Apple Nachos 3 Ways are the perfect mix of sweet, crunchy, and satisfying! I teamed up with Pick ‘n Save | Metro Market to show families just how simple it is to make this tasty treat using fresh, crisp apples and a few pantry staples. Whether you’re creating an after-school snack, a healthy dessert, or a fun hands-on activity with the kids, this recipe is quick, customizable, and full of flavor.

This snack board idea uses a variety of apples — from tart Granny Smith to sweet Fuji, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady — to create a colorful base for three delicious topping combinations: peanut butter and granola, vanilla yogurt and chocolate chips, and caramel and toffee bits. Each version has its own flavor and texture, making it fun for kids (and adults!) to taste and compare.

top down shot of apple nachos made three ways

We are excited to partner with Pick ‘n Save and Metro Market, a store we’ve proudly supported for years. When shopping in-store or online for pickup, I find that their Kroger and Simple Truth brands ensure quality and savings, adding an extra layer of assurance for families. Create Kids Club values wholesome choices and delicious meals, and our collaboration creates an ideal platform for affordable, quality living.

How to Make Apple Nachos

Start by washing and slicing your apples thinly. Using a mix of varieties adds color and lets kids explore different levels of sweetness and tartness. Granny Smith apples bring a bright tang, while Fuji and Honeycrisp add natural sweetness. Pink Lady apples land right in the middle, offering a nice balance of both.

There are so many delicious types of apples to enjoy all season long! Whether you love them super sweet or a little tart, there’s an apple that’s perfect for baking, snacking, or adding to your favorite salads and sandwiches. Plus, they’re loaded with vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants—so they’re as good for you as they are tasty.

To keep the apple slices from browning, toss them lightly in lemon juice. Arrange them on a large platter or plate, overlapping slightly like chips on a nacho tray.

Now it’s time for the fun part — the toppings! We’re making three flavor variations that all drizzle beautifully over your apple slices.

Peanut Butter & Granola Apple Nachos

This option adds a boost of protein and fiber, making it a healthy apple snack kids will love. Place about ¼ cup of peanut butter in a small microwave-safe bowl and heat it for about 30 seconds, just until it thins out enough to drizzle. Using a spoon, drizzle the peanut butter over the apple slices.

Next, sprinkle with gluten-free granola for crunch. The combination of creamy peanut butter and crunchy granola gives every bite a satisfying texture and natural sweetness — no added sugar needed.

apple nachos with peanut butter drizzle and granola

Vanilla Yogurt & Mini Chocolate Chip Apple Nachos

For a slightly sweeter, balanced version, use vanilla yogurt as your drizzle. To make it pourable, stir in a few teaspoons of water until it reaches a thin, drizzle-friendly consistency.

Drizzle the yogurt across the apple slices, then top with mini chocolate chips. The cool yogurt pairs perfectly with crisp apples, and a little chocolate adds just the right touch of sweetness. This version feels like dessert but still earns high marks for nutrition.

Caramel & Toffee Apple Nachos

If you’re looking for a fun dessert-style option, this one’s for you! Warm caramel sauce in a microwave-safe bowl for 20–30 seconds, then thin it slightly with a splash of milk to make it drizzle easily.

Drizzle the caramel generously over the apple slices, then sprinkle with toffee bits. It’s the perfect treat for family movie nights or parties — still built around fresh fruit, but with all the indulgence of a traditional dessert.

Kids In The Kitchen

Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.

Learn & Create: Kids practice slicing apples safely (with supervision) and learn how to drizzle peanut butter, yogurt, and caramel for a fun, hands-on snack-making experience.
Build Kitchen Confidence: Encourage independence as kids microwave, mix, and decorate their own apple nachos with gluten-free granola, mini chocolate chips, and toffee bits.
Explore Flavors: Turn it into a taste test! Compare sweet and tart apple varieties while discovering that healthy snacks can taste just like dessert.

A Fun & Easy Snack for the Whole Family

Apple Nachos are a great way to turn fruit into an exciting, shareable snack. They’re quick to make, easy to customize, and a fun way for kids to get involved in the kitchen. You can set up a topping bar with your favorite drizzles and add-ons so everyone can build their own creation.

This recipe also makes a great visual lesson about apple varieties and sweetness levels. Mix and match Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Fuji, and Pink Lady apples to see which your family likes best — you’ll discover how the sweetness changes the overall flavor.

Whether you choose the peanut butter and granola version, the yogurt and chocolate chip combo, or the caramel and toffee treat, Apple Nachos 3 Ways are guaranteed to be a hit with kids and adults alike.

CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.

The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.

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