Whole Wheat Toast with Almond Butter and Apple Slices

Ingredients

• Whole wheat bread 2 slices
• Almond butter 1.5 tablespoons
• Apple 1 medium

Method

1. Prepare the apple. Wash the apple thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or residues. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the apple into thin slices. If you prefer, you can peel the apple first, but leaving the skin adds extra fiber and nutrients.
   Tip: Use a cutting board and be cautious while slicing to avoid injury.
2. Toast the bread. Place the two slices of whole wheat bread into a toaster and toast them to your preferred level of crispiness. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes depending on your toaster settings.
   Tip: If you don't have a toaster, you can toast the bread in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes per side.
3. Spread almond butter. Once the bread is toasted, use a butter knife to evenly spread 1.5 tablespoons of almond butter over each slice. Make sure to cover the surface for the best taste.
   Tip: If the almond butter is too thick or hard to spread, you can warm it slightly in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
4. Add apple slices. Arrange the apple slices neatly on top of the almond butter spread on each slice of toast. You can overlap the slices or spread them out evenly.
   Tip: For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon over the apple slices.
5. Serve and enjoy. Place the prepared toasts on a plate and enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor.
   Tip: Pair with a glass of water or your favorite morning beverage.

Pro tips

• Choose fresh, crisp apples like Granny Smith or Fuji for a nice tart or sweet contrast with the almond butter.
• To prevent apple slices from browning if not eating immediately, lightly brush them with lemon juice.