Caramelized Apple Sundaes
Indulge in the irresistible combination of warm, spiced caramelized apples and creamy vanilla ice cream with these Caramelized Apple Sundaes. Perfect for fall or any time you crave a comforting yet elegant dessert, this recipe features tart Granny Smith apples coated in a buttery, cinnamon-scented brown sugar glaze. Toasted pecans or walnuts add a delightful crunch, while a drizzle of caramel sauce brings extra decadence to each bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dessert is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a cozy night in. Serve these sundaes immediately for the ultimate warm-and-cold dessert experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Granny Smith apples
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 scoops Vanilla ice cream
- 0.25 cup Pecans or walnuts
- 0.25 cup Caramel sauce
Instructions
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the apple slices to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon over the apples. Stir well to coat the apples evenly.
Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the apples are tender and the sugar has caramelized into a syrupy consistency.
Stir in the vanilla extract and remove the skillet from heat.
Toast the pecans or walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Assemble the sundaes by placing one scoop of vanilla ice cream in each serving bowl.
Spoon the warm caramelized apples over the ice cream.
Sprinkle toasted nuts on top, then drizzle with caramel sauce.
Serve immediately and enjoy your caramelized apple sundaes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
545 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.7 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 132 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 423 mg | 9% | |
*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.
