These Easy Cinnamon Apples are the perfect warm and comforting dish, with just the right amount of sweetness and spice! Made in 15 minutes on the stovetop, this quick recipe features tender apples, buttery goodness, and a touch of maple syrup and cinnamon. A delightful snack, breakfast side, or light dessert! ????????????
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
- Cut apples into ½-1” cubes.
- Add apples and water to a skillet. Cover and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are slightly soft and water is absorbed.
- Stir in butter, coating apples. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring often, until apples are tender (cover for the last 2 minutes).
- Add maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla. Stir to combine.
- Continue cooking for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples reach your desired softness.
- Remove from heat and serve.
Notes:
- You can leave the skin on or peel the apples, depending on preference.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition (per serving, ½ cup)
- Calories: 95.8 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 16.6g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Fat: 3.7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.3g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Sodium: 66mg
- Potassium: 112.7mg
- Fiber: 2.4g
- Sugar: 12.8g
- Vitamin A: 50 IU
- Vitamin C: 7.5mg
- Calcium: 14mg
- Iron: 0.3mg
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