Crisp apples, vegan caramel, and plant-based snacks create a festive, crowd-pleasing snack board for autumn events.
# Components:
→ Vegan Caramel Sauce
01 - 1 cup coconut cream
02 - 1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Fruit
06 - 4 crisp apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji), sliced
07 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
→ Dippers & Accompaniments
08 - 1 cup seedless grapes
09 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
10 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
11 - 1/2 cup vegan chocolate pieces
12 - 1/2 cup roasted nuts (almonds, pecans, or walnuts)
13 - 1/2 cup pretzel sticks (vegan)
14 - 1/4 cup shredded coconut
15 - 1/4 cup vegan marshmallows
# Method:
01 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut cream, coconut sugar, and maple syrup. Whisk continuously until mixture begins to bubble. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often, until thickened. Remove from heat; blend in vanilla extract and sea salt. Allow to cool slightly.
02 - Slice apples and gently toss with lemon juice to prevent discoloration.
03 - Position apple slices, grapes, strawberries, dried apricots, chocolate pieces, nuts, pretzel sticks, shredded coconut, and vegan marshmallows on a large serving board or platter.
04 - Spoon cooled vegan caramel sauce into a small bowl and set at the center of the serving board.
05 - Present immediately, inviting guests to dip and enjoy.
