Cooked Apples
Transform your favorite fall fruit into a warm, sweet, and comforting treat with this easy recipe for Cooked Apples. Perfectly caramelized in a luscious blend of melted butter, brown sugar, and fragrant cinnamon, these tender apple slices are a versatile delight. A splash of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt elevate the flavor profile, adding depth and balance to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and flavorful dish is ideal as a stand-alone dessert, a tempting topping for pancakes, oatmeal, or yogurt, or even as a filling for pastries. With simple ingredients and minimal effort, these Cooked Apples are the epitome of cozy, homemade goodness. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or adding a touch of elegance to any meal, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium (about 6 oz each) Apples
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges, approximately 1/4-inch thick.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, stir in the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 1 minute until the mixture is glossy and fragrant.
Add the sliced apples to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the butter-sugar mixture.
Pour in the water to help soften the apples and prevent sticking. Stir to combine.
Cook the apples over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but not mushy.
Taste and adjust sweetness or cinnamon as desired.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the cooked apples cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm as a stand-alone dessert, a topping for oatmeal, pancakes, or yogurt, or as a filling for pastries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.2 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 158 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.5 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 88.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 775 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.
