Delicious Skillet Apples
Transform your everyday fruit into a warm and comforting treat with this simple yet irresistible recipe for Delicious Skillet Apples. Featuring tender slices of Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji apples caramelized in a buttery blend of brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, these skillet apples are a fall-inspired delight that comes together in just 25 minutes. A splash of vanilla extract adds depth, while a hint of lemon juice balances the sweetness perfectly. Serve these fragrant, golden apples over pancakes, waffles, or ice cream for a dessert or breakfast upgrade, or enjoy them straight from the skillet for a cozy, no-fuss indulgence. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you're craving a quick and easy comfort food fix!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges, about 1/4-inch thick. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, stir in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is bubbly and fragrant.
Add the apple slices to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly in the sugar-butter mixture.
Pour in the water and lemon juice. Stir to combine and reduce the heat to medium-low.
Cook the apples for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still hold their shape.
Stir in the vanilla extract during the last minute of cooking.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the apples cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm as a topping for pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or enjoy on their own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
805 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.5 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 162 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.7 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 842 mg | 18% | |
*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.
