Whole30 Cinnamon Apples
Transform your dessert game with these tender, aromatic Whole30 Cinnamon Apples—a perfect combination of comforting fall flavors and clean-eating simplicity. Made with juicy apple slices sautéed in rich ghee and spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a splash of zingy lemon juice, this recipe is both indulgent and fully Whole30 compliant. A touch of vanilla and a pinch of salt round out the flavors, while the quick cook time (just 15 minutes!) ensures a hassle-free treat. Whether enjoyed warm as a standalone snack or as a naturally sweet topping for breakfast or dessert, these cinnamon apples are a guilt-free way to satisfy your seasonal cravings. Ideal for anyone following a Whole30 diet or simply looking for a wholesome, refined-sugar-free delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Apples
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon Ghee
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Whole30 compliant)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Begin by thoroughly washing and drying the apples. Peel the apples if desired, then core and slice them into thin, evenly-sized slices about 1/4 inch thick.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the ghee over medium heat. Once the ghee is melted and begins to shimmer, add the apple slices to the skillet.
Stir the apples to coat them evenly in the melted ghee. Continue to cook the apples for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
Sprinkle the cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt over the apples. Stir well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
Add the vanilla extract, fresh lemon juice, and water to the skillet. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the skillet. Allow the apples to cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they're tender and fragrant.
Once the apples are cooked to your desired tenderness and the liquid has thickened slightly, remove the skillet from heat.
Serve the warm cinnamon apples immediately. They can be enjoyed on their own or used as a topping for other Whole30-compliant dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
529 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 149 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.7 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 809 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.
