Description
Cinnamon Fried Apples are a warm, comforting dessert that embodies the essence of cozy gatherings. This easy recipe transforms crisp apples into a delectable treat, sautéed in butter, sugar, and aromatic cinnamon. Perfect for family dinners or holiday celebrations, these tender apples deliver a delightful blend of flavors that will please both kids and adults alike. Serve them warm as a side dish or topped with vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert experience. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this dish is as quick to make as it is satisfying to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Peel, core, and chop apples into bite-sized pieces. Squeeze lemon juice over them to prevent browning.
- In a cast iron skillet, melt butter over low heat. Stir in both sugars and cinnamon until combined.
- Add the chopped apples to the skillet and sauté on low-medium heat for about 12-14 minutes until softened.
- Serve warm as is or with toppings like ice cream or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg