New Zealand Apple Dessert Club Sandwiches Recipe

Delight your taste buds with these unique and easy New Zealand Apple Dessert Club Sandwiches! Inspired by a New Zealand apple promotion, this recipe creates a delightful dessert, perfect after-school snack, or on-the-go treat. Sweet pound cake layers embrace juicy apple slices and a creamy, zesty honey filling. A touch of elegance with strawberry accents makes these sandwiches a showstopper. Easily adaptable to your dietary needs with low-fat cream cheese and sour cream options.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 501.1 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for New Zealand Apple Dessert Club Sandwiches

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How to Make New Zealand Apple Dessert Club Sandwiches

  1. In a medium bowl, beat together 4 ounces (113g) of cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of sour cream, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 1 teaspoon of orange zest using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  2. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly onto 8 slices of pound cake.
  3. Core and thinly slice 1 medium-sized New Zealand apple (about 1 cup sliced).
  4. Assemble the sandwiches: Layer apple slices onto 4 of the pound cake slices, dividing evenly.
  5. Top with 4 more pound cake slices, followed by 4-6 strawberry slices per sandwich.
  6. Cover with the remaining 4 pound cake slices.
  7. Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally and secure with decorative picks.
  8. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Refrigerating enhances the flavors!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

87g

Carbs

18g