Vegetarian Apple Slices with Coconut Butter
Crisp apple wedges and a warmly spiced coconut butter dip make for one of those snacks that feels indulgent but comes together in minutes. Honeycrisp or Fuji apples bring a natural sweetness and satisfying crunch that pairs beautifully with the rich, creamy dip. The coconut butter is blended with honey, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and a bright squeeze of lemon juice, creating a flavor that is somehow cozy and refreshing at the same time. Ceylon cinnamon in particular has a gentler, more floral quality than the standard supermarket variety, and it really shines here. A quick warm-water bath softens the coconut butter to a perfectly smooth, drizzleable consistency without any fuss. This is the kind of plant-based snack that works just as well on a weekend grazing board as it does for an after-school plate — no cooking required, just a little stirring and slicing.
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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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