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Fried sliced apples in a skillet with cinnamon sticks.
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Fried Apples Recipe

Fried apples tossed with butter, sugar, and cinnamon are super quick to make in just 10 minutes on the stovetop!
Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Becky Hardin

Equipment

  • Kitchen Scale (optional)

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 57 grams (½ stick)
  • 6 cups peeled and sliced Jonathan apples 678 grams (from about 5 apples)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 25 grams
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 27 grams
  • ½ lemon juiced
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 grams, optional

Instructions

  • In a large heavy skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
    4 tablespoons unsalted butter
    melted butter in a skillet.
  • Add all other ingredients and cook, uncovered, 8-10 minutes.
    6 cups peeled and sliced Jonathan apples, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, ½ lemon, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    apple slices covered with cinnamon in a skillet.
  • Carefully turn the apples, with a spatula, every 2 minutes. The apples should be tender, but still have a slight bite and hold their shape.
    fried apples in a skillet.

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Notes

Storage: Store fried apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 453IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg