Spiced Cooked Apples No Sugar
Savor the cozy flavors of fall with this easy recipe for Spiced Cooked Apples with No Sugar. Made with your favorite apple varieties and gently cooked in a fragrant blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, these tender apples are naturally sweetened and irresistibly aromatic. A splash of fresh lemon juice brightens the flavor, while optional vanilla extract adds a hint of indulgence. Ready in just 25 minutes, this wholesome treat is perfect enjoyed warm on its own or as a topping for oatmeal, pancakes, yogurt, or even ice cream. With no added sugar and simple pantry ingredients, it's a healthy and versatile way to celebrate the season’s harvest. Perfect for meal prep, leftovers store beautifully in the fridge for up to five days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples Apples (your choice, such as Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala)
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the apples. Peel them if desired (optional), then core and slice into thin wedges or bite-sized chunks.
In a large saucepan or skillet, combine the water, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Stir to mix the spices evenly.
Add the apple slices to the pan and toss them gently to coat with the spiced liquid.
Place the pan over medium heat and cover with a lid. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender but not mushy.
Remove the lid and continue cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce slightly and the apples to become lightly caramelized.
If using, stir in the vanilla extract during the last 30 seconds of cooking for added flavor.
Serve warm as-is, or let cool and use as a topping for oatmeal, yogurt, pancakes, or ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.0 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 813 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.
