Fried Apples Recipe

5 from 8 votes

This Fried Apples Recipe starts with fresh apples softened in creamy butter that are coated in warm spice and light brown sugar, then pan-fried to crisp and caramelized perfection! This is a deliciously classic southern treat made in just 20 minutes!

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Dessert, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: south, Southern

Servings: servings

Calories: 200kcal

Author: Jocelyn Delk Adams

Equipment

Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients

3 crisp apples such as Granny Smith
3 tbsp salted butter
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/8 tsp ground cinnamon or more to taste
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg or more to taste
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice or more to taste

Instructions

Cut the apples into quarter and cut out the cores but don't peel them. Slice the quarters the long way so you get 3 or 4 thick slices out of each one.
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
When bubbling, add the apples slices and turn them with a spatula to coat with the butter.
If you cover them with a lid for a couple of minutes, they will steam and cook a bit faster. However, uncovered they will turn a lovely golden brown even though they cook slower.
Once the apples are soft, about 10 minutes, sprinkle the sugar over them or add more if you would like then turn them over again to be sure they have sugar on both sides.
Sprinkle the spices on top and stir them a little.
When the apples are smelling amazing and looking caramelized they are done and ready to serve. Squeeze some lemon juice over the top and serve em up hot y'all.

Notes

How to Store Fried Apples

Fridge: This fried apple recipe can be stored in an airtight container then popped in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Freezer: I wouldn’t recommend freezing this Fried Apple recipe y'all! They’re texture is never the same after that. It's a no!

Reheating: Place the apples in a skillet on the stovetop over medium heat. The microwave tends to make them mushy.

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