Stewed Apple Recipe
A simple and comforting stewed apple recipe featuring tender apples cooked with sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon, perfect as a warm dessert or a delicious topping for breakfast dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 20-25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 3
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Western
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 apples, peeled, cored and chopped
- 2–4 tbsp caster or light brown soft sugar (adjust depending on the sweetness of the apples)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the peeled, cored, and chopped apples, sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of water into a small pan.
- Cook Covered: Cover the pan and cook over medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender when pierced with a knife tip.
- Optional Smoother Texture: If you prefer a smoother consistency, continue cooking uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently to break down the apples into a compote.
Notes
- Adjust sugar amount based on the sweetness of your apples.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a more balanced flavor.
- This stewed apple can be served warm or cooled, and pairs well with oatmeal, pancakes, or yogurt.
- Adding a pinch of nutmeg can enhance the warm spice flavor.
Keywords: stewed apple, apple compote, cinnamon apples, warm fruit dessert, easy apple recipe
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