Caramelized apples are tender slices cooked in a buttery, sweet sauce with warm spices. This quick and comforting recipe is perfect as a topping or a cozy dessert on its own.
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
In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbling.
Add sliced apples and cook for a few minutes until slightly softened.
Stir in brown sugar and granulated sugar, coating apples evenly.
Add cinnamon, salt, and lemon juice.
Cook, 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 Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture.
