Ingredients
Scale
- 6 Granny Smith apples
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples
- Peel the Granny Smith apples completely, removing all skin. Using an apple corer or a knife, remove the cores from each apple. Then slice the apples into uniform pieces about 1/4-inch thick. Consistent slicing ensures even cooking and prevents some pieces from becoming too soft while others remain firm.
- Melt the Butter
- Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the 1/2 cup of unsalted butter. Allow it to melt completely, spreading it evenly across the surface of the pan. The butter should be hot but not browned or smoking.
- Create the Spiced Syrup
- Add the 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon of nutmeg to the melted butter. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture forms a smooth, fragrant syrup. This typically takes about 1-2 minutes.
- Cook the Apples
- Add the sliced apples to the skillet, gently tossing them to coat evenly with the spiced butter mixture. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally. The apples should become tender but still maintain some structure – they shouldn’t completely break down into applesauce. The syrup will thicken slightly as the apples release their juices.
Notes
- For a more complex flavor, you can add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract at the end of cooking.
- Granny Smith apples are ideal because they hold their shape well when cooked and their tartness balances the sweetness of the dish.
- These fried apples can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Serve warm over vanilla ice cream, pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, or as a side dish with pork chops.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side-dishes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg