Crunchy Apple Slices with Creamy Peanut Butter Dip
Crisp apple slices served alongside a quick blend of creamy peanut butter and calcium-rich Greek yogurt. A simple, 5-minute sweet-and-savory side dish that kids love.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Tiff + Lila
Tiff created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
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Total
5 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
If prepping ahead for kids, squeeze a tiny bit of fresh lemon juice over the apple slices to prevent browning.
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter…
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Whisk 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter…
In a small bowl, whisk 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter and 2 tablespoons of plain Greek yogurt together until smooth and creamy.
Look for: smooth and creamy
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Core 1 medium apple and cut it…
Core 1 medium apple and cut it into 8 even slices.
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Arrange the apple slices on a serving…
Arrange the apple slices on a serving plate with the dip in the center and serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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