Skillet Apples with Cinnamon Recipe
This simple and delicious recipe will bring out the best in apples with a rich caramelized finish. Perfect for a cozy dessert or side dish, its quick to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
- cup butter
- 8 apples, cored and chopped
- cup brown sugar
- teaspoon ground cinnamon
- teaspoon nutmeg
Directions
- Melt the butter in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat.
- Add the apples to the skillet, along with the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Saut the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the apples become tender and golden. This should take about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Once the apples are cooked, remove from heat and serve warm. Enjoy the rich, caramelized flavor of the apples!
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | Fat | Carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 234 | 8g | 44g | 1g |
Nutrition Information
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 62mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber | 5g | 16% |
| Total Sugars | 37g | - |
| Protein | 1g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 224mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Comments
Sarah Jo
10/06/2025 01:52:54 PM
I made this as a topping for French Toast for Sunday breakfast. This is quite sweet, even when using Granny Smith apples. I could probably get away with using half the amount of brown sugar next time. As is, there were no leftovers.
smolchef
06/10/2021 06:44:39 AM
So I did this with a twist, I cooked them in my well-seasoned cast iron skillet with peaches and plums thrown in too. It took on a slightly savory aftertaste and I’d highly recommend it! It would go really well with some lamb chops the way mine came out.
Kathy Costa Upshaw
06/13/2014 09:49:05 PM
I wanted something to go with homemade cinnamon ice cream. This fit the bill! It is like apple pie without the crust (perfect for company with gluten issues ) and didn't have to turn on the oven. I used this recipe for inspiration -- 10 Granny Smith apples, 1/8 cup ghee (clarified butter), maple syrup, cinnamon, and apple pie spice to taste. This would also be great in oatmeal.
Maggie Jo
10/27/2020 10:43:05 PM
So good! My family and I went apple picking at a you pick orchard, and we had a lot of apples. As a result some were starting to soften, so I used those to make this recipe! It was delicious! I added some vanilla and also sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar. We ate the apples over vanilla ice cream! Definitely recommend!
Nancy Schiesl
10/31/2021 11:03:15 PM
Only thing is I added 1/4 cup of water because my apples were dry. I halved this recipe with no problem. Will make again.
The Life Of Me
05/28/2018 08:42:13 PM
This recipe is delicious over ice cream with apple crumble or apple pie for those having problems with the sweetness and the consistency make a slurry with 1/4 cups of water and 1/2 teaspoons of flour and add after the apples have cooked for 15 minutes stir it in and cook them for 5 more minutes i also added a teaspoon of vanilla and cinnamon at the end
mistiethibert
02/11/2021 12:15:39 AM
This was very good. The family really loved it. I made the following adjustments I tossed the apples in 1 TBLS corn starch and added a dash of cloves. Otherwise, I followed the recipe. Absolutely delicious and had a perfect cinnamon caramel sauce. Thank you for such a quick and easy recipe.
Linae Bouche
10/07/2019 12:08:19 AM
Gave it a 5 star but I would agree the butter to brown sugar ratio is off, I feel it should be equal portions but that is going to be a personal preference for anyone trying this recipe. I made this for overnight oats. I only had 2 apples but wanted a good coating because I was using them for overnight oats so used 3 tbls butter and 3 tbls brown sugar, I also added a pinch of salt.
otmelis
12/01/2021 11:54:49 PM
Delish!! My only comment is : Peel your Apples people!! ????
ArtsyPita8493
04/06/2024 11:10:27 PM
Great recipe! Tip for people making this that said it was too sweet: cutting back sugar helps, but I always add key lime juice to my apples for pie. That gives some additional tartness that we love. If out of that fresh lemon juice works too.
Elizabeth Jones
08/31/2024 03:32:15 PM
I used less apples but still used the correct amount of seasoning. It tasted to me like it still needed more seasoning even with less apples. I also needed a lot more butter & it took longer for the apples to cook than the recipe said. Other than that the apples were terrific. Next time I will double it or maybe even triple the seasoning amounts
Samuel Ramirez
04/25/2025 02:20:36 PM
Bro, quick, easy, and ridiculously tasty.
SnappyMango8633
11/25/2024 06:29:40 PM
A nice easy simple recipe. Love it
Kim Kartes
11/17/2024 07:39:18 PM
Wonderfully easy and SO delicious!!
Elizabeth Jones
08/31/2024 03:32:15 PM
I used less apples but still used the correct amount of seasoning. It tasted to me like it still needed more seasoning even with less apples. I also needed a lot more butter & it took longer for the apples to cook than the recipe said. Other than that the apples were terrific. Next time I will double it or maybe even triple the seasoning amounts
Sharon Wiseman
08/10/2023 11:05:23 PM
I have made this recipe repeatedly and my husband loves loves loves it. What I do though is substitute the nutmeg for pumpkin spice and it still comes out delicious. He eats them cold or hot depending on his mood.
HonestPan9545
09/05/2022 07:00:03 PM
I think it's good!!!! Yummy.... Only changes I made was I added a little more cinnamon and two or three tablespoons of amaretto and let it marinate for a couple hours.
Crystal Von
07/28/2022 06:44:26 PM
Yum
Bren
04/15/2022 07:31:50 PM
Really good for such a simple recipe. The only change that I made was to cut back the sugar.
jclark
04/25/2021 06:24:00 PM
Followed recipe. Almost as good as my grandmother's.