Chestnut Free Apple Slices with Coconut Butter
Crisp apple slices meet a warmly spiced coconut butter dip in this snack that feels indulgent but comes together in minutes. The dip is a simple stir-together of coconut butter, honey, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and a bright squeeze of lemon juice — no cooking required beyond gently softening the coconut butter in warm water. Ceylon cinnamon brings a slightly floral, less sharp heat than the standard variety, and it pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of Honeycrisp or Fuji apples. The lemon juice keeps everything tasting fresh and prevents the apple slices from browning too quickly on the plate. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, coconut butter is a satisfying, creamy alternative that delivers richness without any of the usual worry — and every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. It works equally well as an after-school snack, a light dessert, or a shareable appetizer at a casual gathering.
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2 servings
- 2 medium apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and sliced
- ¼ cup coconut butter, softened
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
If the coconut butter is firm, set the jar in a bowl of warm water for 3–5 minutes, stirring once, until it is smooth and pourable.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the coconut butter, honey, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and lemon juice until fully combined and uniform in color.
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