Description
Ready to transform a humble apple into something absolutely magical? These Fried Apples are buttery, warmly spiced, and perfect for anything from breakfast to dessert. Their tender texture and cinnamon glaze make them irresistible. Whether you’re after easy breakfast ideas, cozy dinner sides, or simple food ideas for entertaining, this recipe has you covered. It’s an easy recipe that hits all the marks for comfort food, sweet indulgence, and quick preparation.
Ingredients
4 large apples
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional)
2 tablespoons water or apple juice
Instructions
1. Peel, core, and slice apples into 1/4-inch thick wedges.
2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
3. Stir in brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Add the apples and coat them in the glaze.
5. Cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender.
6. (Optional) Mix cornstarch with water or juice and add to skillet to thicken.
7. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
8. Serve warm.
Notes
Keep apple slices uniform to ensure even cooking.
Use apple juice instead of water for extra flavor depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg