Classic Stewed Apples

Discover the comforting flavors of fall with this simple yet irresistible Classic Stewed Apples recipe. Made with tender slices of fresh apples simmered to perfection in a spiced sugar syrup infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla, this recipe brings a warm, nostalgic sweetness to your table. A splash of lemon juice enhances the apples' natural tartness, while the soft texture achieves a balance between tender and juicy. Ready in just 35 minutes, these stewed apples are versatile and perfect as a topping for oatmeal, pancakes, or ice cream, or enjoyed straight by the spoonful as a cozy dessert. With minimal ingredients and effort, this spiced apple treat is an easy way to capture seasonal comfort in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 medium Apples
1 cup Water
0.25 cup Granulated sugar
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
0.125 teaspoon Salt
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Peel, core, and cut the apples into 1/2-inch slices.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the water, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until the sugar begins to dissolve.

Step 3

Add the sliced apples to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly with the spiced sugar mixture.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the apples are tender but not mushy.

Step 6

Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and vanilla extract.

Step 7

Let the stewed apples cool slightly before serving.

Step 8

Serve warm as a topping for oatmeal, pancakes, or as a delightful dessert on their own.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1039.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	589.1

Total Fat 1.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 310.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 126.7g
Protein 2.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86.7mg	0%
Iron 1.1mg	0%
Potassium 813.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.1%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 96.5%