Description
Indulge in the cozy warmth of Southern Cinnamon Fried Apples, a delightful dessert that combines the sweet, spiced flavors of caramelized apples and aromatic cinnamon. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for gatherings, from family dinners to festive holidays. Serve it warm with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream and a sprinkle of crunchy toasted nuts for an irresistible finish. Whether you’re celebrating Thanksgiving or just craving something sweet, these apples are sure to impress both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped apples (Granny Smith, Fuji, or Pink Lady)
- Juice from 1 medium lemon
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- Vanilla ice cream or Cool Whip for serving
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Caramel sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Chop apples into half-moon slices and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter until golden brown and nutty.
- Stir in granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon; cook for 2 minutes.
- Add sliced apples to the skillet, tossing to coat; cook for 12-15 minutes until tender.
- Toast nuts in a separate pan until fragrant, then serve warm apples topped with ice cream, nuts, caramel sauce, and sea salt if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Choose fresh, firm apples for the best texture. Keep an eye on the cooking time to avoid mushy apples. Customize with different nuts or spices like nutmeg for added flavor.