Southern Fried Apples
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Southern Fried Apples
Description
This recipe features peeled and sliced Granny Smith apples sautéed in melted unsalted butter. Sugar and ground cinnamon are added and whisked into the butter to create a sweet-spiced syrup. The apples are cooked in this mixture for six to eight minutes, allowing them to soften while retaining some texture. The simple method highlights the natural tartness of the apples balanced by sweetness and warm cinnamon flavor.
Southern Fried Apples are versatile, making a pleasant accompaniment to morning meals or a sweet contrast served with savory dishes like pork chops. They deliver tender fruit with a glossy, lightly spiced coating that enhances their brightness without overwhelming the apple's character.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter unsalted
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 4 apple peeled, cored and sliced, Granny Smith variety
Instructions
- Add the butter to a large skillet on medium heat.
- Once melted whisk in the sugar and cinnamon.
- Add in the apples, stir and cook until softened, for 6 to 8 minutes.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 265 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 265kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 41mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 130mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 540IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.