Fried apples are so easy to make and taste delicious!
Nothing beats sliced apples caramelized until crisp-tender on the stovetop with this fried apples recipe.
- This fast and easy The fried apples recipe is perfect with waffles, pancakes, or even pork chops.
- You only need a few simple ingredients.
- This recipe is excellent with fresh fall apples; you can also duplicate and freeze extras to enjoy all year round.
What you will need to make fried apples
Apples: Choose tart, firm Granny Smiths. They are firm and pair well with the sweet butter and brown sugar sauce in this recipe. You can use any variety of apple, adjusting the sugar as necessary. Firmer varieties such as
Honeycrisp and Pink Lady apples keep well, while softer apples like Cortland’s and McIntosh fry much softer.
Brown sugar: Use light or dark brown sugar. Adjust sugar as needed for sweeter apple varieties.
Butter: Real, full-fat butter offers the best flavor when mixed with sugar and seasonings.
Variations
- Take the flavor to the next level and sprinkle on some homemade apple pie spice.
- Melt some of the leftover bacon fat in Step 2 and toss in a few bacon pieces for a tasty topping or garnish.
- The apple juice or cider added to the apples in Step 3 will make the sauce sweeter.
- Honey or maple syrup can be used in place of both sugars in Step 2, and sugar-free substitutes work too.
How to make fried apples
- Prepare apples (recipe below). Cut into slices or rings.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Add the apples and cook until tender and the sauce thickens.
- Serve hot.
Ways to serve fried apples
Fried apples are beyond delicious served in a light and fluffy Dutch dish or mixed with apple cinnamon oatmeal. Serve them as a holiday side dish alongside a pork tenderloin or spiral ham.
Storing and Reheating Fried Apples
Store leftover fried apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Enjoy them cold or reheat portions in the microwave. Freeze cooled apples in resealable bags in the freezer for up to a month.
Apple Recipes for Fall
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Fried Apples
Apples are simmered with sugar, butter, and warm spices for a comforting and cozy dish!
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Peel* and core the apples. Cut into ½ inch thick slices.
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In a large skillet, add the butter, brown sugar, white sugar, and cinnamon. Melt over medium-high heat.
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Add apples as soon as butter melts and cook until tender and sauce thickens, stirring occasionally, about 12 to 15 minutes.
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Serve hot.
- Peeling is optional, we prefer peeled apples.
- If you have it, add a couple tablespoons of bacon fat to the butter.
- If the sauce is slow to thicken, increase the heat to high during the last few minutes of cooking, stirring the apples frequently.
Calories: 199 | Carbohydrates: 34gram | Protein: 0.4gram | Fat: 8gram | Saturated fats: 5gram | Polyunsaturated fats: 0.4gram | Monounsaturated fats: 2gram | Trans fats: 0.3gram | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: 147mg | Fiber: 3gram | Sugar: 30gram | Vitamin A: 303UI | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.3mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary depending on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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