Fried Apples Recipe
This simple Fried Apples recipe is irresistibly delicious and so easy to make! Tender apples coated in a sweet brown sugar-cinnamon glaze are amazing on their own or served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, on top of breakfast favorites or as a cozy side dish. As versatile as they are delicious!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Apples:
- 5 Granny Smith apples
Butter Mixture:
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup light brown sugar or dark brown sugar, packed
- 1½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples into wedges about ½ inch thick.
- Melt Butter: In a large cast iron skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Cook Apples: Add the apple slices, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the skillet. Stir to coat the apples. Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes until the apples are tender but still hold their shape.
- Finish: Remove from the heat and gently stir in the vanilla extract. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave until warmed through.
- Tools and Equipment (affiliate links): Apple Peeler | Cast Iron Skillet
- For more information, recipe tips, and frequently asked questions, refer to the post above.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 344 kcal
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 243mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 48mg
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