Granola + Cosmic Crisp® Apple Wreaths with Cinnamon Almond Butter

Desserts, Entertaining

Ingredients

1 Cosmic Crisp^® apple
¼ cup almond butter
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 pinches sea salt
½ cup granola, preferably with pepitas or pistachios
2 tablespoons finely chopped dried cherries or dried cranberries
1 teaspoon crushed pink peppercorns or crushed freeze-dried raspberries
1 teaspoon flake salt
7 or 8 narrow red ribbons 8 to 10 inches long, if desired

Directions

Prep Time: 20 minutes + 10 minutes to chill

Makes 6-7 wreath snacks, depending on size of apple

These sliced apples are a festive, fresh snack for the family to make and enjoy during the holidays. When assembled, they look like holiday wreaths adorned with red, jewel-like cherries and green pepitas or pistachios. For an added touch, tie narrow red ribbons around each wreath to make them just a little more merry. These are best eaten once freshly made.

Place a sheet of parchment in a baking sheet and fit a wire rack on top. Set aside.
Place the almond butter and water in a small bowl and mix with a fork until smooth. Add the honey and mix again. Add the cinnamon and salt and mix until fully combined.
On a cutting board, slice the top and bottom of the apple at the stem and root and discard them. Cut the rest of the apple into 3/8-inch thick slices. You should have 7 or 8 cuts.
Using a 1-inch cookie cutter or apple corer, cut a hole in the center of each slice to resemble a donut. Discard the centers. Transfer the apples to the wire rack. Pat the tops of the apples with a paper towel to wick up any moisture.
With a small spoon or offset spatula, spread about 2 teaspoons of the spiced almond butter on the apple slices. (*if using chocolate, see directions below)
Sprinkle some granola on top of the almond butter, then some dried cherries and peppercorns. Finish with sprinkles of salt.
Place in the fridge for at least 10 minutes to firm up.
Tie the ribbons around each apple for an extra festive touch, if desired.
Transfer to a large platter or cutting board. Serve.

*To use chocolate instead of almond butter, place ¾ cup milk or dark chocolate chips in a medium-size microwavable bowl. Microwave in three 30-second intervals, stirring each time with a rubber spatula until smooth. Spread the chocolate onto the apples the same way as the spiced almond butter. Top with the granola, dried cherries, pink peppercorns and flake salt. Place in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes to allow the chocolate to firm up. Serve.

Servings

6-7

Ingredients

1 Cosmic Crisp^® apple
¼ cup almond butter
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 pinches sea salt
½ cup granola, preferably with pepitas or pistachios
2 tablespoons finely chopped dried cherries or dried cranberries
1 teaspoon crushed pink peppercorns or crushed freeze-dried raspberries
1 teaspoon flake salt
7 or 8 narrow red ribbons 8 to 10 inches long, if desired

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🍎 🎄 Deck the halls with these Granola & Cosmic Crisp® Apple Wreaths with Cinnamon Almond Butter!

Adorned with red, jewel-like cherries, green pepitas & pistachios, these edible wreaths are a festive, fresh snack for the family to enjoy during the holidays.

Comment “WREATHS” and we’ll DM you the link to the recipe 🍎

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🍎 🎄 Deck the halls with these Granola & Cosmic Crisp® Apple Wreaths with Cinnamon Almond Butter!

Adorned with red, jewel-like cherries, green pepitas & pistachios, these edible wreaths are a festive, fresh snack for the family to enjoy during the holidays.

Comment “WREATHS” and we’ll DM you the link to the recipe 🍎

#cosmiccrisp #freshapples #edibledecor #edibledecorations #holidayrecipes

Restock Alert 🚨 Our biggest harvest of Cosmic Crisp® apples to date just arrived in grocery stores nationwide 😍🍎

🛒 Use the store locator (linked in our bio!) to find them at a store near you!

📸: @brownfieldorchard

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Restock Alert 🚨 Our biggest harvest of Cosmic Crisp® apples to date just arrived in grocery stores nationwide 😍🍎

🛒 Use the store locator (linked in our bio!) to find them at a store near you!

📸: @brownfieldorchard

#cosmiccrisp #freshapples #apples #groceryhaul #produce101

Fruit punch, but make it fall! 🍁

@juicyjucingj’s juice features the perfectly balanced flavor of Cosmic Crisp® apples in everyone’s favorite beverage 😍🍎

For this juice, you’ll need…
🍎 4 Cosmic Crisp® Apples (3 Cups of Cold-Pressed Apple Juice)
🍂 2 Red Pears (1 Cup of Pear Juice)
🧡 1” of Ginger (Pressed)
🎃 Pumpkin spice (optional)

📸: @juicyjuicingj

#cosmiccrisp #fallharvest #fruitpunch #freshfruit #coldpressed #fallrecipes #pumpkinspice #apples #freshapples #coldpressedjuice

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Fruit punch, but make it fall! 🍁

@juicyjucingj’s juice features the perfectly balanced flavor of Cosmic Crisp® apples in everyone’s favorite beverage 😍🍎

For this juice, you’ll need…
🍎 4 Cosmic Crisp® Apples (3 Cups of Cold-Pressed Apple Juice)
🍂 2 Red Pears (1 Cup of Pear Juice)
🧡 1” of Ginger (Pressed)
🎃 Pumpkin spice (optional)

📸: @juicyjuicingj

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Nothing like Thanksgiving leftovers to get you through the week 🦃 🍎

@cookinginmygenes’ Cosmic Crisp® Apple Cheddar Turkey Toast combines turkey leftovers with fresh Cosmic Crisp® apples for a quick & delicious lunch 🥪

📌 Here’s what you need:
1 Slice of Sourdough Bread
1 Tbsp Mustard of Choice
4 Slices of Turkey
Handful of Arugula or Spinach
6-8 Slices of Cosmic Crisp® Apples
3-4 Slices of Old Cheddar Cheese

Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to broil. Spread butter on sourdough bread & broil for 2-3 minutes until edges are turning golden. Remove from the oven.
2. Spread on the mustard. Layer the turkey, greens of choice, apple slices & cheddar. Broil once more for 3-4 minutes until cheese is bubbling.
3. Remove from oven, add a sprinkle of pepper if desired & enjoy!

📸: @cookinginmygenes

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Nothing like Thanksgiving leftovers to get you through the week 🦃 🍎

@cookinginmygenes’ Cosmic Crisp® Apple Cheddar Turkey Toast combines turkey leftovers with fresh Cosmic Crisp® apples for a quick & delicious lunch 🥪

📌 Here’s what you need:
1 Slice of Sourdough Bread
1 Tbsp Mustard of Choice
4 Slices of Turkey
Handful of Arugula or Spinach
6-8 Slices of Cosmic Crisp® Apples
3-4 Slices of Old Cheddar Cheese

Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to broil. Spread butter on sourdough bread & broil for 2-3 minutes until edges are turning golden. Remove from the oven.
2. Spread on the mustard. Layer the turkey, greens of choice, apple slices & cheddar. Broil once more for 3-4 minutes until cheese is bubbling.
3. Remove from oven, add a sprinkle of pepper if desired & enjoy!

📸: @cookinginmygenes

#cosmiccrisp #turkeyseason #turkeysandwich #toasttuesdqy #cheddarcheese #freshapples #sourdoughbread #toast #appleseason

Stuffing is the true MVP of Thanksgiving dinner! 🍂🍎

The perfectly balanced flavor of Cosmic Crisp® apples round out the tartness with a hint of sweetness in this Cranberry Cosmic Crisp® Apple Sourdough Stuffing.

📌 Here’s what you’ll need:
¼ Cup Salted Butter
1 Cosmic Crisp® Apple, Diced
1 Cup Diced Sweet Onion
½ Cup Diced Celery
2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
1 Tbsp Fresh Thyme, Finely Chopped
1 Tbsp Fresh Sage, Finely Chopped
1 Tbsp Fresh Rosemary, Finely Chopped
Generous Pinch of Salt & Pepper, To Taste
1 Cup Fresh Cranberries
1 Lb. Dried Sourdough Bread Cubes
2 Cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth
1 Egg

Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350° Fahrenheit.
2. Heat a medium pot over medium heat & add the butter. Once the butter melts, add the apple, onion & celery. Sauté for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the garlic & herbs. Sauté another 1-2 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt & pepper, to taste. Remove from the heat, & let cool slightly. Add to a large bowl along with the bread cubes & cranberries.
4. Whisk the egg & stir with the broth. Drizzle the broth over the bread cubes & gently toss to coat the bread. Combine all ingredients. Add another ½ cup or so of broth if needed to wet the bread just enough to ensure none of the cubes are dry to the touch.
5. Transfer the bread mixture to a large baking dish. Bake in the pre-heated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the bread is fluffy and the edges are golden brown & crisp as desired.

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