Simple Cinnamon Apples
Transform your favorite apples into a warm and comforting treat with this Simple Cinnamon Apples recipe. Perfectly tender apple slices are sautéed in a buttery, caramel-like sauce made with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla, while a splash of lemon juice adds a bright, tangy balance. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it as a quick dessert, a cozy topping for pancakes or waffles, or even as a decadent pairing for vanilla ice cream. With easy prep and a handful of pantry staples, these cinnamon apples are a must-try for any season, bringing the irresistible flavors of fall to your table anytime you crave them.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large apples
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick slices.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the apple slices to the skillet and stir to coat them in the melted butter.
Sprinkle the brown sugar and ground cinnamon evenly over the apples. Stir to combine.
Add the water, vanilla extract, and lemon juice to the skillet. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the apples cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but not mushy.
Remove the lid and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Serve the cinnamon apples warm as a side dish, dessert, or as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
758 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.5 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.1 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.0 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1011 mg | 22% | |
*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.
