Where have you been all my life?

I was perusing one of my favorite websites recently when I saw a post about apple nachos.  My knee jerk response was "Ewwww.  That just sounds wretched!"

But, then I realized what it really is - deliciously sweet and salty and tart and perfect Granny Smith apples with peanut butter, coconut, caramel sauce, etc...

So here's what I did...

I used my apple corer to remove the core from an apple, then sliced it into thin rounds.  I got about 10 per apple, but my apples are quite large, so you might get less.  You don't want the apple slices too thin or they won't hold the toppings well. 

After arranging the slices on a plate, I smeared a bit of peanut butter onto each slice.  Next, a drizzle of caramel syrup, a sprinkling of flaked coconut, a few mini chocolate chips and a small handful of salted, dry roasted peanuts.  Top the whole thing with a very thin sprinkle of cinnamon and you've got a decadent breakfast or perfect dessert. 

I served this for breakfast today and four of my five kids loved it and Pookie asked for seconds!  Midge said it was too messy and had too much going on for his taste.  He is quite picky, though, so I didn't worry too much, just gave him yogurt for breakfast instead. 

Of course, the toppings can be adjusted to suit your personal tastes and dietary needs.  Leave off the caramel and chocolate for a healthier snack.  Add raisins or yogurt, even a sprinkle of granola would be wonderful!

Scooter suggested that a scoop of ice cream topped with this (apples diced instead) would be amazing and you know, I think she's right!

So the next time you find yourself with a surplus of tart apples, give this a shot.  Or, go buy some apples just so you can make this.  It is delicious!!