Easy Stovetop Cooked Apples With Cinnamon
Stovetop cooked apples are a quick, 10-minute dish that is delicious and versatile. Fresh apples, butter, and cinnamon give all the Fall vibes. Enjoy them as a snack, use them in apple desserts, and even savory recipes like chicken salad and fall harvest salads.
Cinnamon apples might be the most underrated star of cozy fall meals. Stirred into warm oatmeal, stuffed into a grilled cheese sandwich, or used as a topping for a fall-inspired pizza.
These easy, cooked apples are delicious in this yogurt parfait, as an easy twist on apple crisp, and this high-protein Greek yogurt bowl! Serve them at Thanksgiving or Christmas as part of your holiday brunch or dinner, and watch them disappear!
I’ve never been much of a fruit girl. It’s not that I don’t like it. I don’t go out of my way to eat them, but these stovetop cooked apples are different. I crave them, especially when the weather starts to cool down, and I’m craving all the fall comfort food!
There are plenty of recipes for cooked apples online. What makes mine different is that you only need 4 ingredients and can make it in about 10 minutes. You don’t even need to turn on the oven, which is why I love making these during the holidays. When you’re in the thick of cooking a big Thanksgiving or Christmas meal, and your oven can’t hold any more, these make a perfect side dish, and all you need is a skillet.
Stovetop Cooked Apples
This recipe takes less than 15 minutes and can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. Make a double batch as part of your weekly meal prep, and enjoy them all week long. Sauteed apples are high in fiber and nutritious, making them a healthy choice that tastes like a treat. They’re dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegetarian.
Ingredients For Cinnamon Apples
Four simple ingredients and a few minutes are all you need for these stovetop cooked cinnamon apples. Exact amounts are listed in the recipe card below.
- Apples. While some apples work better than others for some recipes, the beauty of this recipe is that any apples will work. Use what you’ve got and what you like.
- Cinnamon. You can’t make cinnamon apples without it! I love using Ceylon cinnamon for its deep flavor and added nutritional benefits.
- Ghee or butter. I use salted ghee (clarified butter) or butter, depending on what I have on hand. Both will work.
- Sea salt. Just a touch brings out the apples’ sweetness.
How To Make Cooked Apples On The Stovetop
My favorite thing about this recipe, aside from its deliciousness, is how easy it is to make!
- Start by dicing the apples and removing the cores. I prefer to leave the peel on because that’s where much of the fiber and nutrients are, but feel free to peel them. If I were making these for small children, I would peel them.
- Once you’ve prepped your apples, place an 8- to 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the apples, cinnamon, ghee butter, and salt.
- After about a minute, you should hear the apples sizzling. Give them a good stir to incorporate the butter and cinnamon.
- Turn the heat down to medium-low and let the apples cook for 3 to 4 minutes, depending on how soft you like them. You’ll be surprised how quickly they get soft.
- Remove them from the pan, let them cool, and enjoy!
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Tips + Serving + Storage
- If you want your apples to be a little sweeter, a drizzle of honey or maple syrup added to the pan will do the trick. If you’re watching your sugar, add a drop or two of liquid Stevia —my personal preference.
- For a quick dessert, cooked apples and vanilla ice cream are cool, creamy, and deliciously sweet. For added texture, top with toasted nuts or granola.
- If you love apple crisp but don’t want to bother making it, my quick version is perfect for a busy morning or as a healthier dessert!
- Once the apples have cooled, store them in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. I do not recommend freezing these, as cooked or raw apples deteriorate after freezing and thawing.
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Easy Stovetop Cooked Apples With Cinnamon
Ingredients
- 2 apples
- 1 tbsp ghee or butter
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch sea salt
Instructions
- Core and dice the apples.
- Place a medium-sized non-stick pan on the stove.
- Turn the heat on to medium-high.
- Add the apples, butter, salt, and cinnamon to the pan.
- When you hear the apples start to sizzle, turn the heat down to medium-low.
- Constantly stir to incorporate the butter and cinnamon.
- Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the apples reach your desired tenderness.
- Transfer the apples to a bowl to stop the cooking and enjoy!
I loved this recipe because it was so easy and tasted good. I didn’t peel the apples. I cooked them so they were still crunchy. I did add a bit of sugar but they didn’t really need it. It’s so nice to have an easy good recipe. Thank you.
Susan