Apple Samoas: Nutty Coconut Topped Apple Slices with Chocolate Drizzle Recipe
Apple Samoas are a healthy and delicious treat featuring crisp apple slices topped with a sweet blend of shredded coconut, nut butter, and maple syrup, finished with a drizzle of chocolate. This quick and easy no-bake snack combines fruity freshness with rich flavors reminiscent of the classic Samoas cookie.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 apple Samoas (depending on apple size and slice count) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 1 apple (Honeycrisp or Pink Lady recommended)
Topping
- ⅓ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 3 tablespoons almond butter or cashew butter (or seed butter of choice)
- ½ tablespoon maple syrup
Chocolate Drizzle
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
- ½ teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Slice and Core Apples: Cut the apple into ¼-inch thick slices and carefully remove the core from each slice. You should aim to get about 3-4 slices per apple.
- Prepare Coconut Mixture: In a bowl, thoroughly mix the unsweetened shredded coconut, almond or cashew butter, and maple syrup until the ingredients are fully combined and form a sticky mixture.
- Top the Apple Slices: Spread the coconut mixture evenly over the top of each apple slice, ensuring a generous layer for flavor and texture.
- Arrange on Parchment: Place the topped apple slices on a sheet of parchment paper to prevent sticking during the freezing process.
- Melt Chocolate Drizzle: Melt the chocolate chips together with the coconut oil over a double boiler or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring until smooth and runny.
- Drizzle Chocolate and Freeze: Drizzle the melted chocolate over each topped apple slice. Then, transfer the apple Samoas to the freezer and let them firm up for about 5 to 10 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Pink Lady to ensure the slices hold up well with the toppings.
- You can substitute the nut butter with any seed butter if you have allergies or preferences.
- Ensure the shredded coconut is unsweetened to control overall sweetness.
- Freeze the apple Samoas just long enough to set the chocolate; avoid freezing too long to keep the apples fresh.
- Optional: For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips or add a pinch of sea salt on top before setting.
Keywords: apple samoas, healthy snack, no-bake, nut butter, shredded coconut, chocolate drizzle, fruit snack
