Fried Apples

5 from 2 votes

Despite the name, the apples are not deep-fried. They cook slowly in a skillet with butter, brown sugar, and warm spices.

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Fried Apples Recipe

Servings:

Calories: 322kcal

Ingredients

3 pounds granny smith apples, peeled, cored and sliced into ½-¾ inch thick slices (approximately 8 cups when peeled and sliced)
¾ cup light brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons apple pie spice blend
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons apple juice, plus more to thin sauce if needed

Instructions

Mix together in a large bowl the sliced apples, light brown sugar, apple pie spice blend, ground cinnamon, and salt until all the apple slices are coated in sugar and spices.
To a large heavy duty skillet (like cast iron) over medium heat, add the butter and allow it to melt. Once melted, add the coated apple slices and cook for 15-20 minutes or just until the apples are fork tender. Be sure to stir the apples often to ensure all the slices are softened evenly and the sauce does not burn.
Whisk together in a small bowl the cornstarch and apple juice until the cornstarch has fully dissolved.
Pour the cornstarch mixture into the fried apples and stir to evenly incorporate into all the juices from the apples. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly or just until the sauce thickens and coats the fried apples. If the sauce becomes too thick, add more apple juice, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
Remove the skillet from the heat and allow the fried apples to cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Notes

Let the fried apples cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds, or just until warmed through.

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