Maple Apple Topping
Bring the cozy flavors of fall to your table with this irresistible Maple Apple Topping! Perfectly tender apples, such as tart Granny Smith or sweet Honeycrisp, are simmered in a luscious blend of pure maple syrup, brown sugar, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. A touch of vanilla and a hint of lemon juice elevate the sweetness, while butter lends a rich, velvety texture to the sauce. This quick and easy topping comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal accompaniment to pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, yogurt, or even dessert favorites like ice cream. With its balance of sweet, spiced, and tangy flavors, this versatile recipe is sure to become a go-to for transforming everyday dishes into comforting culinary creations.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.3333 cup Pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Peel, core, and dice the apples into small bite-sized pieces (approximately 1/2-inch cubes). Toss them with the lemon juice to prevent browning.
In a medium skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted and slightly foamy.
Add the diced apples to the skillet and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they begin to soften.
Stir in the maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, ensuring the apples are thoroughly coated in the mixture.
Add the water and lower the heat to medium-low. Let the mixture simmer gently for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender but not too soft and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the topping to cool slightly. Serve warm over pancakes, waffles, yogurt, ice cream, or any other dish of your choice.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently before serving if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
812 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.2 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 321 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.6 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 131.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 812 mg | 17% | |
*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.
