Hot Sticky Apples
Warm, comforting, and irresistibly indulgent, Hot Sticky Apples is the ultimate dessert or topping for cozy evenings. This quick and easy recipe pairs tender, caramelized apple slices—preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp—with a rich, spiced glaze made from buttery brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, and a touch of nutmeg. Finished with fragrant vanilla and a hint of optional cloves, these sticky apples simmer to perfection in just 15 minutes, offering a bold balance of sweetness and spice. Serve this versatile dish on its own for a simple treat or elevate your favorite desserts by spooning it over creamy vanilla ice cream, fluffy pancakes, or golden waffles. Perfect for fall or any season, this crowd-pleaser brings decadence to your table with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.333 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground cloves (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Wash, peel, and core the apples. Slice them into even wedges, roughly 1/2-inch thick.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until it starts to bubble.
Add the apple slices to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and turn golden.
Sprinkle the brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves (if using), and salt over the apples. Stir to coat evenly.
Pour in the water and stir gently. Allow the mixture to simmer over medium-low heat for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and the sauce has thickened into a sticky glaze.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Serve the hot sticky apples immediately, either on their own or as a topping for vanilla ice cream, pancakes, or waffles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.5 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 327 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.0 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 157.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 900 mg | 19% | |
*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.
