Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Copycat Cracker Barrel Fried Apples—tender apples sautéed in a rich, buttery sauce infused with warm spices. This easy recipe brings the nostalgic taste of Southern comfort food right into your kitchen, perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a delightful side dish. Each bite offers a sweet and aromatic experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, peeled and sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Peel and core the apples, slicing them into wedges about half an inch thick.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly but not browned.
- Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until combined.
- Add the apple slices, cooking for 10-15 minutes until tender but still firm.
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and lemon juice.
- Serve warm over pancakes or ice cream for an irresistible treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg