Description
This Easy Cinnamon Apples recipe is a simple, delicious way to enjoy tender, cinnamon-spiced apples. Made on the stovetop with a few wholesome ingredients like apples, butter, maple syrup, and warm spices, this comforting dish can be served as a snack, dessert, or breakfast topping. It’s quick to prepare, requiring just 20 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy days or whenever you crave a cozy treat.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 apples (about 3 cups, chopped)
- 2 Tablespoons water
- 1 Tablespoon salted butter (or coconut oil)
- 1 Tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Cut apples into evenly sized pieces, about ½ to 1 inch cubes, to ensure even cooking.
- Cook apples with water: Place the chopped apple pieces into a skillet with 2 tablespoons of water. Cover the skillet and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples begin to soften and the water is absorbed.
- Add butter and continue cooking: Add 1 tablespoon of salted butter to the skillet. Stir the apples and butter together until all pieces are coated. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring every minute or so to prevent sticking, and cover the pan for the last 2 minutes to help the apples soften further.
- Add flavorings: Stir in the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, fine sea salt, and pure vanilla extract until everything is well mixed.
- Finish cooking: Continue to cook the apples for about 5 more minutes, stirring every minute, until they reach your desired softness.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and serve the warm cinnamon apples immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Peeling Apples: Peeling is optional. For babies without teeth, peeled apples are recommended.
- Apple Varieties: Recommended apples include Honeycrisp and Pink Lady. Other varieties like Gala, Jonagold, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, and Jazz also work well.
- Butter Substitutes: Coconut oil or ghee can be used in place of butter.
- Maple Syrup Substitutes: Honey, granulated sugar, or brown sugar can substitute for maple syrup.
- Water Substitutes: Apple juice or apple cider can be used instead of water for extra flavor.
- Storage: Store leftovers in a glass container with a lid in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
