Cinnamon Stewed Apples
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Cinnamon Stewed Apples
Description
This recipe stews diced apples with lemon juice, maple syrup, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a bit of water over low heat. The slow simmering softens the apples evenly, melding the natural fruit sweetness with the warm spice of cinnamon and the mellow sweetness from the syrup and sugar. The lemon juice provides a touch of acidity to brighten the flavors and prevent browning.
The stewed apples have a tender texture suited to spooning over breakfast items, desserts, or as a warm side dish. The cinnamon flavor can be adjusted or substituted with nutmeg or ground ginger, alone or combined for variation.
The cooked apples pair well with crunchy toppings such as crushed pecans or a drizzle of caramel sauce to enhance texture and sweetness. They can also be made with a mixture of apples and pears for different fruit notes.
To keep the apples from drying out during cooking, additional water may be added if needed. Using a cinnamon stick instead of ground cinnamon offers a more subtle spice that can be removed before serving. Adding vanilla extract or vanilla paste is another option to enrich the flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 apple diced
- 0.5 lemon (juice only)
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 80 g light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Chop 4 Apple and put into a saucepan with the juice of 0.5 Lemon. Mix well.
- Add 2 tablespoon Maple syrup, 80 g Light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon and 1 tablespoon Water. Mix well and cook on a low heat for 15 minutes, stirring regularly.
Notes
- Cut apples into similar-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Swap ground cinnamon for nutmeg or ground ginger, or combine all three spices.
- Sprinkle crushed pecans on top for added crunch.
- Add a drizzle of caramel sauce before serving for extra sweetness.
- Mix in pears with apples for a different flavor profile.
- Use a cinnamon stick during cooking for a milder cinnamon taste, removing it before serving.
- A small amount of vanilla extract or paste enhances the overall flavor.
- Add water during cooking if the mixture begins to dry out.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 183 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 183kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 265mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 45g | 90% |
| Vitamin A | 103IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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