Apple Nachos with Caramel & Pecans
Crispy apple slices layered with melted caramel, cheddar, and toasted pecans for a sweet-salty dessert that feels indulgent but takes 15 minutes. A fun knife-and-board dish that's perfect for snacking or sharing.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
- 3 whole crisp apples (Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Pink Lady)
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, thinly sliced
- ½ cup caramel sauce
- ½ cup pecans, roughly chopped
- ¼ tsp fleur de sel or sea salt
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Slice apples crosswise into 1/4-inch rings, removing cores. Toss with lemon juice.
- 2
Arrange apple slices slightly overlapping on a large wooden board or platter.
- 3
Layer cheddar slices over the apples, breaking pieces as needed to cover.
- 4
Drizzle caramel sauce generously over the cheese and apples.
- 5
Scatter chopped pecans over everything, then sprinkle salt on top.
- 6
Serve immediately with forks or small spoons for scooping.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- wooden board or platter
- fork or spoon
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