Gene's Fried Apples

Savor the comforting, caramelized goodness of **Gene’s Fried Apples**, a classic Southern side dish bursting with warm, spiced flavors. Perfectly tender apple slices—like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp—are cooked to perfection in a buttery, brown sugar glaze infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla. This quick and easy recipe takes just 25 minutes and is a versatile addition to your table, whether served warm as a cozy side dish, a topping for pancakes or waffles, or even spooned over vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert. With its irresistible blend of sweetness and spice, this dish is an instant crowd-pleaser for fall gatherings or any comfort food craving.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1/3 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 pinch Pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick wedges. Set them aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until it starts to bubble.

Step 3

Once the butter is melted, add the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes a syrup-like consistency.

Step 4

Add the apple slices to the skillet and toss them gently to coat them in the spiced syrup.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium-low and add the water. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the apples cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but not mushy.

Step 6

Remove the lid and stir in the vanilla extract. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to let the flavors meld and for the syrup to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and let the fried apples cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 8

Serve warm as a side dish or as a topping for your favorite breakfast or dessert items.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(869.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	993.2

Total Fat 49.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 124mg	0%
Sodium 171.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 123.5g
Protein 2.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 125.6mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 878.3mg	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: 42.1%

Protein: 0.9%

Carbs: 56.9%