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Southern Fried Apples

Southern Fried Apples: Sweet Comfort for Your Soul

Southern Fried Apples are a comforting dessert with caramelized apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg, evoking nostalgic family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apples
  • 4 medium Granny Smith Apples Tart and firm, can substitute with Honeycrisp
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on desired sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can experiment with nutmeg or ginger
For the Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with light oil
Optional Enhancements
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances sweetness and flavor
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Add for nutty crunch
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens flavors

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather your ingredients, including Granny Smith apples, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and butter.
  2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon to the melted butter and stir until dissolved.
  4. Slice the Granny Smith apples into thin wedges and add to the skillet, coating with the mixture.
  5. Cook the apples for 5-8 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
  6. Serve warm, either on their own or as a topping for pancakes or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Can freeze for up to 3 months.

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