Description
Cracker Barrel Fried Apples are a sweet, comforting treat featuring tender apple slices caramelized in butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. This classic Southern recipe can be enjoyed as a side dish or dessert, offering a delicious balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 5–6 tart apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch wedges (about 2 lb)
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Juice of 1 lemon (or bottled lemon juice)
Instructions
- Prep the Apples:
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/2-inch wedges.
- Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the apple slices and toss to prevent browning.
- Melt the Butter:
- In a cast-iron skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it’s bubbly.
- Cook the Apples:
- Add the apple slices to the skillet.
- Sprinkle with brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Simmer to Perfection:
- Cover the skillet and cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the apples are tender and caramelized, remove from heat.
- Serve warm as a side dish or dessert.
Notes
- For an extra bold flavor, use a darker brown sugar.
- Adding a sprinkle of chopped nuts or a dash of nutmeg can enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert/Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American/Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg