Skillet Cinnamon Apples
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4.7
Skillet Cinnamon Apples
Description
Skillet Cinnamon Apples is a gently cooked apple side featuring peeled and chopped apples tossed in lemon juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon. The apples are cooked in butter with a little water over medium heat until tender but still holding their shape. Vanilla extract and salt round out the layers of flavor, balancing sweetness with warmth and depth.
The outcome is tender, slightly caramelized apples that retain their texture without turning mushy. The cinnamon and brown sugar create a sweet-spiced coating that highlights the natural apple flavor. Cooking in the skillet allows for quick softening and gentle caramelization.
This dish serves well warm alongside breakfast items like yogurt, oatmeal, or toast, and can also complement meat dishes such as pork or chicken by adding a naturally sweet and spiced element. It can be enjoyed on its own or as an accompaniment to various meals.
Ingredients
- 3 apple peeled, cored, and chopped, large
- lemon juice of ½ lemon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons water
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Place the chopped apples in a medium bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice and stir. Add the brown sugar and cinnamon and stir until the apples are well coated.
- In a large skillet, heat the butter over medium heat. Add the apples and 2 tablespoons of water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender but not mushy, about 7 to 8 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract and pinch of salt.
- Serve the apples warm.
Notes
- Serve warm as a side or topping for yogurt, ice cream, oatmeal, or toast.
- Pairs nicely with pork and chicken dishes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 146 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 146kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 53mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 146mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 249IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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