Cinnamon Fried Apples
Discover the delightful warmth of Cinnamon Fried Apples, a quick and comforting treat that transforms everyday ingredients into a delicious dessert or side dish. Perfect for busy days, this recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and features tender apples sautéed with buttery richness and aromatic spices. Whether served warm over ice cream, layered in yogurt parfaits, or simply enjoyed straight from the skillet, these sweet spiced apples are sure to become a family favorite. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, they bring a touch of seasonal sweetness to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and chopping them into bite-sized pieces. Squeeze lemon juice over the apples to prevent browning.
- In a cast iron skillet over low heat, melt the salted butter. Stir in brown sugar, white sugar, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Add the chopped apples to the skillet and cook for 12-14 minutes, stirring frequently until tender but not mushy.
- Serve warm as a dessert or side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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