Spiced Apple Slices for Two
Treat your taste buds to a cozy, indulgent dessert for two with these Spiced Apple Slices, a quick and easy recipe perfect for a romantic night in or a sweet ending to a casual dinner. Featuring tender slices of Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples caramelized in a mixture of butter, brown sugar, and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this dish is bursting with comforting autumnal flavors. A splash of lemon juice adds a tangy brightness, while vanilla extract ties everything together with its cozy aroma. Ready in just 20 minutes, these spiced apple slices can be served warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert-for-two experience. Whether you're craving a comforting fall treat or a quick sweet snack, this skillet apple recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium apple (e.g., Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.125 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Peel, core, and thinly slice both apples into even slices, about 1/4 inch thick.
Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Allow it to melt completely.
Add the apple slices to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
Sprinkle the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves over the apples. Stir to evenly coat the slices with the spices and sugar.
Add the lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well and let the mixture cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and caramelized yet still hold their shape.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the spiced apple slices cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm in small bowls with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
253 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.0 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 204 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 244 mg | 5% | |
*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.
