Medjool dates

Apples, red and green, core removed, sliced

Peanuts or pecan halves, optional

Use the tip of a paring knife to slit open each date and remove the elongated pit.

Push an apple slice, trimmed to size, into the slit.

Arrange on a platter over dry roasted peanuts or toasted pecan halves.

These Faux Caramel Apples are a beautiful topping on a salad of fresh greens.

Faux Caramel Apples are a wonderful addition to a holiday cheese tray.