Caramelized apples are tender slices cooked in a buttery, sweet sauce with warm cinnamon and vanilla. This quick and comforting recipe is perfect as a topping or a simple dessert.
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
4 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
2 tbsp butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat until foamy.
Add sliced apples and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened.
Stir in brown sugar and granulated sugar, coating apples evenly.
Add cinnamon, salt, and lemon juice.
Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender and sauce thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for best texture.
