Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Diced Cinnamon Apples, a delightful dish that transforms tender Fuji apples into a warm, aromatic treat. Perfect as a side dish or a simple dessert, this recipe features apples simmered in a rich cinnamon-spiced sauce, making it an ideal addition to any meal. The sweet and slightly tangy essence of the apples combines beautifully with the warm spices, creating a dish that’s both nostalgic and satisfying. Serve these luscious apples warm over pancakes, ice cream, or enjoy them straight from the skillet for a guilt-free treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Fuji apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
- Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Stir in diced Fuji apples, light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Add 1/4 cup water; bring to simmer. Cover and cook on medium-low for 8-10 minutes until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water to create a slurry.
- Uncover skillet; raise heat to medium and stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Remove from heat and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 15mg