Craving warm, comforting flavors in minutes? These Small Batch Fried Apples are perfect! Tender apple slices are caramelized to perfection with a touch of cinnamon and butter, creating a delicious side dish or healthy dessert.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time15 minutesmins
Total Time20 minutesmins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Salt, Vegetarian
Keyword: apples, cinnamon fried apples, fried apples, small batch fried apples
Peel, core, and slice the apples and place them into a medium-sized bowl. Pour lemon juice over the apple slices to prevent browning
Melt the butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat.
Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook, stirring for 30 seconds.
Add the sliced apples and stir to coat.
Cook and stir for 12-15 minutes, until apples have softened. The exact timing will depend on the size of your apple slices.
Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
Expert Tips
Peeling Apples: It's your choice to peel the apples or keep the skin on. Both options work, but peeling offers a smoother texture.
Prevent Browning: Slice the apples just before cooking to avoid discoloration. For extra protection against browning, toss the slices in a dash of lemon juice prior to sautéing.
Scaling the Recipe: Want more servings? Simply double the ingredient quantities to make a larger batch of fried apples without sacrificing flavor.