Quick and healthy, this apple almond butter snack is a go-to favorite in our house! It’s one of the easiest snacks to whip up, and it always leaves the kids feeling satisfied. Simply slice up your favorite apples, add a spoonful of almond butter to a bowl, and drizzle it with a little honey. Voila, happy kids!

Wow, this apple almond butter snack with honey drizzle is such so easy and delicious. So why do so many of us forget about it?

Maybe because there are so many creative people making beautiful designer snacks and food that we get caught up trying to replicate those ideas. No matter what the latest trend is, I always come back to this quick and easy apple almond butter snack.

Why Make This Apple Almond Butter Snack

My boys are usually starving after school and this is one of the quickest after school snack ideas that tides them over until dinner. There are days when I don’t have the time to get creative, or make anything that takes more than a minute or two.

Smoothies and smoothie bowls are one of my go to snacks, but, as quick as they are to make, they still take a few too many minutes sometimes. Plus, there’s the blender to wash up after….

This apple snack recipe literally takes no more than a couple of minutes to make and simply requires you to open some jars and slice up some apples.

There are also the nutritional benefits. Almond butter provides plenty of health benefits to kids, so if allergies aren’t an issue I would consider making the swap from peanut butter.

Is An Apple With Almond Butter A Good Snack?

Yes, this apple almond butter snack is a really healthy, nutritious and filling. As the old expression goes, “An apple a day helps keep the doctor away.”

We love this snack in our house because it tastes good, and has several healthy ingredients that are good for you. This is only a short list of the many benefits of apples, and almond butter.

5 Health Benefits to Eating Apples

Good source of soluble fiber
Boosts the immune system
Improve eyesight
Gives you energy
Improves brain function

5 Health Benefits to Eating Almond Butter

Good source of fiber – 1.6 grams per 1 tablespoon
Good source of protein – 3.4 grams per 1 tablespoons
High in monounsaturated fats – The healthy fats
Vitamin E – Great for skin
High in calcium – Good for strong bones

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Does Almond Butter Need To Be Refrigerated?

This will depend on the brand you buy. If it’s organic with no preservatives or additives then you will need to keep it in the refrigerator after being opened.

Once almond butter is opened it is susceptible to rancidity and spoilage. The opened jar will only have a shelf life of about 2-3 months. We always put our opened jars in the refrigerator which will double their lifespan.

Another benefit to storing almond butter in the fridge is to keep the oil from separating. Simply stir well, twist the lid on firmly, and store in the refrigerator.

If it’s unopened, almond butter should have a shelf life of about 2 years.

Honey is optional, this apple almond butter snack can be enjoyed without it. But if you do choose to drizzle honey too, then I would definitely go with green apples.

There’s something about the tart and sweet that makes it so delicious. But you can use any apples for this quick and easy snack.

Almont Butter Snacks Ingredients

Green apples e.g. Granny Smith
Red apples e.g. Fugi, Gala, Red delicious
Almond butter
Honey

Steps To Making Apple Almond Butter Snacks

First, get out your almond butter. You could also try this snack with peanut butter, cashew butter or mixed nut butter. Sunflower butter or another seed butter is a great choice for kids with nut allergies.
Next, get 2 small bowls, and plate. Add a serving of almond butter to a small bowl, and honey to the other.
Time to slice your apples. You can cut them using a knife or an apple slicer. If you use a knife to cut them, then I recommend using an apple corer to simplify the process.
Place the two small bowls, and the apple slices onto the plate. Let your child dip or drizzle to their hearts content. This is a great kitchen activity for the kids.

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