Apple and Spiced Malt

Apples require nothing to make good snacks, I know. But this simple rub makes my "snack" more like a "treat". The malty, spicy goodness is worth the 30 seconds it take to mix together.

Apple and Spiced Malt
1 apple, quartered and sliced
1 tablespoon malted milk powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
In a small bowl mix malted milk powder with cinnamon and clove. Dip apple slices in powder and enjoy.

Hints: A sweeter variety of apple is best - like Gala, Pink Lady, Fuji or Golden Delicious. Malted milk powder is available at most grocery stores. I keep it on hand for several recipes as it adds an extra note of flavor in pizza crust and breadsticks. It is terrific in yogurt based smoothies, and a classic in any flavor milkshakes. (It has no added sugar so it is a pretty low carb and low cal flavor additive.) You can add more cinnamon or clove if you like. Ground ginger would be nice as well.

This is a healthy treat that requires no cooking and can be made with items from your pantry. Super fast, slightly elevating a plain apple to treat status. You will be glad you tried it!