Description
A nostalgic and comforting dish of caramelized apples, perfect for fall gatherings and dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced apples and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring gently until they start to soften.
- Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
- Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the apples are tender and the mixture has become syrupy.
- Serve warm, either as a side dish or dessert.
Notes
For the best flavor, use a mix of tart and sweet apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: fried apples, dessert, southern cooking, apple recipe, warm dessert