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Fried Apples Recipe

Here’s an easy Fried Apples Recipe that’s sweet, caramelized, and perfect as a side dish or dessert:
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 199
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large apples peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Melt the Butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Cook the Apples: Add the sliced apples to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Add Sugar and Spices: Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Continue cooking for another 5-10 minutes until the apples are tender and caramelized, stirring occasionally.
  4. Serve: Remove from heat and serve warm, either as a side dish, topping for pancakes, or over ice cream for dessert.

Notes

Use Firm Apples: For the best texture, use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to hold their shape during cooking.
Add a Splash of Cider: For extra flavor, add a splash of apple cider or apple juice to the skillet while cooking.