These Mediterranean Caramel Snickers Apple Rings have a crisp, juicy, creamy, crunchy, and chocolatey texture. We prepare these apple rings with natural peanut butter, Medjool dates, almond milk, apples, olive oil, walnuts, almonds, cinnamon, and dark chocolate. These apple rings have approximately 210 calories and 23 g of net carbs. We make these apple rings in about 20 minutes without complicated baking. These Mediterranean Caramel Snickers Apple Rings are ideal for snacks, light desserts, brunches, family gatherings, parties, sweet cravings, and Mediterranean-inspired meals. You can prepare these apple rings earlier because we refrigerate them for two days, although they are best enjoyed fresh. You can serve these apple rings with Greek Yogurt, Fresh Berries, Pomegranate Seeds, Fresh Figs, or Pistachio Yogurt.
STATS:
- Course: Dessert, Snack
- No. of Calories: 210 kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean, Vegetarian
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Cook time: 5 minutes
- Portion size: 2 apple rings
- Cooking mode: No-bake, stovetop
- Total servings: 6
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 20 minutes
TOOLS:
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Blender
- Saucepan
- Spoon
- Bowl
INGREDIENTS:
APPLE RINGS:
- 3 apples
- ½ cup peanut butter
DATE CARAMEL:
- 8 Medjool dates
- 2 tbsp almond milk
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp cinnamon
TOPPING:
- â…“ cup walnuts
- 2 tbsp almonds
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
APPLES:
- We use crisp apples to provide a fresh, juicy, and crunchy base. Pink Lady apples are ideal for utilizing in their replacement.
PEANUT BUTTER:
- Peanut butter provides a creamy texture and classic Snickers-inspired flavor. As a further choice, you might use tahini or almond butter.
MEDJOL DATES:
- Dates provide natural sweetness and create a thick caramel-like topping. Date paste can also be used.
WALNUTS:
- Walnuts will deliver a nutty flavor & a delightful crunchy texture. You can substitute them with pecans or pistachios.
ALMONDS:
- Almonds add extra crunch and a Mediterranean touch. Hazelnuts can be used instead.
DARK CHOCOLATE:
- Dark chocolate provides rich chocolate flavor and complements the caramel and nuts. Use 70–85% dark chocolate or sugar-free chocolate.
ALMOND MILK:
- Almond milk helps blend the dates into a smooth caramel. You can use cashew or oat milk.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Rinse and core the apples, then cut them into half-inch rings.
- Mix the cinnamon, dates, salt, almond milk, olive oil, and vanilla till smooth.
- Heat the peanut butter slightly till it get easy to distribute.
- Distribute the peanut butter on all the apple ring.
- Include one thin layer of date caramel.
- Garnish the caramel with almonds and chopped walnuts.
- Heat the dark chocolate with coconut oil & we drizzle it on the apple rings.
- Refrigerate for almost fifteen minutes or serve quickly.
TIPS:
- You could include crisp and firm apples.
- We utilize natural unsweetened peanut butter.
- Utilize dark chocolate with almost seventy % cocoa.
- Include chia seeds or pistachios for additional crunch.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH & LIGHT:
- Greek Yogurt
- Fresh Berries
- Pomegranate Seeds
- Fresh Figs
- Fruit Salad
MEDITERRANEAN PAIRINGS:
- Pistachio Yogurt
- Walnut Granola
- Date & Nut Platter
- Greek Yogurt Parfait
- Fresh Mint
DESSERT PAIRINGS:
- Chia Pudding
- Dark Chocolate Mousse
- Berry Sorbet
- Banana Nice Cream
- Cinnamon Yogurt
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the apple rings in an airtight box and refrigerate them for 2 days.
FREEZER:
- We don’t suggest storing these rings, as the apples will be watery and soft after defrosting.
FAQs:
Could we utilize almond butter?
- Yes, you can alternate peanut butter with tahini or almond butter.
Which apples are perfect for utilizing?
- You can use Pink Lady apples, granny Smith, Fuji, and Honeycrisp.
Could we prepare these apple rings without dairy?
- Yes, you can use non-dary dark chocolate.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Proteins: 5 g
Caloric Content: 210 kcal
Net carbs: 23 g
Sodium: 75 mg
Fiber: 5 g
Sugar: 17 g
Fats: 11 g
Portion Size: 2 apple rings
Total carbs: 28 g