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Quick and Tasty Cinnamon Apples in Five Minutes

Easy Cinnamon Apples (5 minutes) made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 4 medium apples cored and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  • Begin by preparing your apples. Core and slice them into thin wedges, ensuring they are evenly cut for consistent cooking.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Allow it to bubble slightly without browning.
  • Add the sliced apples to the skillet and stir to coat them in the melted butter.
  • Sprinkle the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice over the apples. Stir gently to combine, ensuring the apples are evenly coated with the mixture.
  • Cook the apples for about 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still hold their shape. You want them to be soft enough to bite through but not mushy.
  • Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Serve the cinnamon apples warm, optionally adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch.