Cooked Apples with a Twist
Transform your dessert game with this irresistible recipe for Cooked Apples with a Twist! Featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apple slices paired with a toasty oat and nut topping, this dish combines cozy, caramelized flavors with a delightful crunch. A touch of maple syrup, a hint of vanilla, and a squeeze of lemon juice elevate this simple skillet dessert into a show-stopping treat. Perfect as a comforting standalone dessert or a topping for pancakes, ice cream, or yogurt, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes. Packed with wholesome rolled oats and optional pecans or walnuts, it’s a versatile, crowd-pleasing delight you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Rolled oats
- 0.25 cup Pecans or walnuts (optional, chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Instructions
Peel and core the apples, then slice them into even wedges about 1/4 inch thick.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the apple slices to the skillet, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
Sprinkle the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg over the apples. Stir well to evenly coat the slices with the sugar and spices.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the apples and continue cooking for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender but not mushy.
In a small bowl, mix the rolled oats, chopped nuts (if using), maple syrup, and vanilla extract to create a crunchy topping.
Push the cooked apples to one side of the skillet and add the oat mixture to the other side. Toast the mixture for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it becomes golden and aromatic.
Combine the toasted oat mixture with the cooked apples in the skillet, gently folding them together.
Transfer the warm apple mixture to serving bowls and garnish with additional nuts or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the 'twist' of flavor and texture!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1107 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.7 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 165 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.0 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 117.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1141 mg | 24% | |
*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.
