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Home » Recipe Type » Sauces, Dips & Frostings » Easy Caramelized Apples

Easy Caramelized Apples

By: Rosemary Published: December 6, 2020 Updated on: June 5, 2022

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These Caramelized Apples are a simple and easy way to make the perfect topping or filling for any dessert. Spoon it over pancakes or waffles to make Breakfast even more special!

caramelized apples in a glass jar

One thing to keep in mind is that caramelized apples are not caramel apples. I love them too but no these are cut up apples that are cooked over a low heat until they become soft and golden in a delicious sauce.

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  • How to make them
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  • What to make with caramelized apples
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How to make them

In a medium size pot melt the butter, then add the water, sugar and chopped peeled apples.

chopped apples and butter melted with brown sugar and water in silver pot

Stir and cook for about 3 minutes over medium/high heat just until the sugar has melted, then lower the heat to medium/low and continue cooking and stirring often for about 8-10 minutes, add the cinnamon in the last couple of minutes. The apples should be tender and the sauce a golden brown colour.

the caramelized apples before and after cooked

Move to a clean glass jar, let cool or use warm. The longer it sits the thicker the sauce will become.

What are the best apples to use

The best apples to use for this recipe are a firm apple such as Braeburn, Granny Smith, Fuji, Pink Lady, Gala or Honeycrisp. Most people prefer Granny Smith because they are tart, which pairs perfectly with the sweet buttery caramelized sauce. It’s not a good idea to use a softer apple because they will fall apart while cooking.

What to make with caramelized apples

You can use it warm to top your pancakes or waffles, why not spoon it over a bowl of ice cream or use it as a filling for a pie or tart shells? I used it baked directly in this delicious Caramel Apple Cake. But not only that you can also use it in savory dishes including over chicken or turkey.

caramelized apples in a glass jar

How to store it

Once the mixture has cooled down a bit, place it in a jar with a tight fitting lid and refrigerate. It should keep for up to 1 week in the refrigerator. I don’t recommend freezing.

So if you are looking for a delicious filling or sauce then why not give this Caramelized Apple Recipe a try and let me know how it goes.

caramelized apples in a jar with cinnamon sticks and 2 apples
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    Easy Caramelized Apples

    Rosemary Molloy
    These Caramelized Apples are a simple & easy way to make the perfect topping or filling for any dessert. Spoon it over pancakes, waffles or ice cream.
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Breakfast, Spreads
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 cups
    Calories 307 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • ⅓ cup brown sugar (lightly packed) (60 grams)
    • 1 tablespoon water
    • 2 large apples (peel, cored and small cubed)
    • ½-1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium size pot melt the butter, then add the water, sugar and chopped peeled apples.
    • Stir and cook for about 3 minutes over medium/high heat just until the sugar has melted, then lower the heat to medium/low and continue cooking and stirring often for about 8-10 minutes, add the cinnamon in the last couple of minutes. The apples should be tender and the sauce a golden brown colour.
    • Move to a clean glass jar, let cool or use warm. Once it is cool it should be refrigerated, the longer it sits the thicker the sauce will become. Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 307kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 63mgPotassium: 287mgFiber: 6gSugar: 59gVitamin A: 295IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 1mg
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