Description
This Cinnamon Fried Apples recipe offers a warm, comforting treat with tender, juicy apples cooked in a buttery cinnamon sugar glaze. Perfect as a simple dessert or a sweet side dish, these apples bring cozy fall flavors to your table with minimal effort and just a few ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples
- 4 cups chopped apples (peeled and cored)
- 1 lemon (juiced)
Cooking Mixture
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel and core the apples, then chop them into bite-sized pieces. Immediately squeeze the lemon juice over the chopped apples to prevent them from browning and set aside.
- Make the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In a pan over low heat, melt the butter. Add both brown sugar and white sugar along with the ground cinnamon, stirring continuously until the sugars have melted and combined into a smooth glaze.
- Cook the Apples: Add the chopped apples into the pan with the cinnamon sugar glaze. Stir well to coat all apple pieces. Cook for about 12 to 14 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften and become tender but still hold their shape.
- Serve Warm: Once cooked, remove the pan from heat. Serve the warm cinnamon fried apples immediately, enjoying their sweet, spiced flavor as a dessert or side dish.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced flavor.
- You can adjust the amount of sugar based on your sweetness preference.
- For extra richness, try adding a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of nutmeg.
- Serve over pancakes, waffles, or ice cream for a delicious treat.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stovetop.
