Description
Southern Fried Apples are a classic, comforting dessert or side dish made by slowly cooking sliced apples in butter and a blend of sugars and warm spices. This recipe highlights tender apples coated in a sweet, cinnamon-spiced syrup, perfect served warm over ice cream or enjoyed on their own.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples into even slices to ensure they cook evenly.
- Cook the Apples: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced apples and stir to coat them with the melted butter. Reduce the heat to low and cook the apples for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning. The apples should become soft while still maintaining their shape.
- Add the Sugars and Spices: In a small bowl, combine the granulated white sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Add this mixture to the cooked apples and stir to coat them evenly.
- Glaze the Apples: Continue cooking the apples with the sugar and spices for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the sugar dissolves and forms a syrupy glaze around the apples.
- Serve: Serve the warm fried apples as a sweet side dish or over scoops of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible dessert.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji for best results.
- Stir frequently during cooking to prevent the apples from sticking or burning.
- Adjust spices according to taste; additional cinnamon or a pinch of cloves can enhance flavor.
- These fried apples can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with coconut oil or a vegan margarine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
