Cinnamon Cooked Apples
Transform your favorite fall fruit into a warm and aromatic delight with this quick and easy Cinnamon Cooked Apples recipe. Perfectly tender apple slices are caramelized in a buttery cinnamon-sugar glaze, enhanced with a splash of zesty lemon juice and a pinch of salt for balance. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream. With its cozy cinnamon aroma, natural sweetness, and melt-in-your-mouth texture, these stovetop cooked apples are a comforting treat that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a simple snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole (medium-sized) Apples
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges. Aim for uniform slices for even cooking.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the apple slices to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
Sprinkle the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt over the apples. Stir well to ensure all slices are evenly coated.
Drizzle the lemon juice and pour the water into the skillet. Stir again to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid. Allow the apples to simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and the liquid has thickened slightly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the cooked apples cool for a minute before serving.
Serve warm as-is, or use as a topping for pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, or ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.0 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 201 mg | 4% | |
*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.
