Description
This Easy Cinnamon Apples recipe features tender, juicy apples sautéed with cinnamon, maple syrup, and a hint of vanilla for a warm, comforting treat. Perfect as a quick dessert or a flavorful topping for oatmeal and pancakes, this simple stovetop recipe comes together in just 20 minutes using basic ingredients and minimal prep.
Ingredients
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 Apples: Cut the apples into uniform pieces about ½ to 1 inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
- Start Cooking Apples: Place the chopped apples in a skillet with 2 tablespoons of water. Cover and cook over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften slightly and the water is absorbed.
- Add Butter and Sauté: Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet and stir to coat all the apple pieces. Continue cooking for 5 minutes, stirring every minute or so, until the apples become soft. Cover the pan for the final 2 minutes to help them soften more.
- Add Flavorings: Mix in the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, fine sea salt, and pure vanilla extract until everything is well combined.
- Finish Cooking: Cook the apples for about 5 more minutes, stirring every minute to prevent sticking, until the apples reach your desired level of tenderness.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and serve the cinnamon apples warm as a dessert or topping.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala for best texture.
- Substitute coconut oil for butter to make it dairy-free.
- Adjust cinnamon and maple syrup amounts based on your sweetness preference.
- Serve warm with yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, or ice cream for extra delight.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
