Bourbon Apples
Elevate your dessert game with these decadent Bourbon Apples, a quick and easy treat brimming with rich, cozy flavors. Slices of tender apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith are caramelized in a luscious blend of unsalted butter, brown sugar, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. A splash of bourbon and pure vanilla extract adds depth and a hint of smokiness, while the sauce thickens to create the perfect sweet glaze. Ready in just 25 minutes, these bourbon-infused apples are a versatile addition to any meal—serve them warm over ice cream, pancakes, or waffles, or savor them straight from the skillet. Perfect for fall entertaining or a cozy weeknight indulgence, this recipe is an irresistible fusion of simplicity and sophistication.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg (optional)
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Bourbon
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick wedges. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it begins to foam.
Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt to the skillet. Stir well to combine into a smooth mixture.
Add the sliced apples to the skillet and gently toss to coat them evenly in the butter-sugar mixture.
Cook the apples for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become tender but not mushy.
Stir in the bourbon, vanilla extract, and water. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the alcohol in the bourbon to cook off.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the apples cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or enjoy them on their own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1082 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.2 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 331 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.0 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 766 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
