Poached Apples in Calvados

Indulge in the warmth and elegance of Poached Apples in Calvados, a dessert that perfectly blends simplicity and sophistication. This recipe showcases firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, gently simmered in a luxurious blend of water, Calvados (a flavorful apple brandy), sugar, cinnamon, vanilla bean, and a hint of lemon juice. The result is tender, aromatic apples bathed in a silky, reduced syrup that balances sweetness with a subtle boozy depth. Ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself, these poached apples can be served warm or at room temperature, topped with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a touch of butter for extra indulgence. Perfect for fall gatherings or any time you crave an easy yet refined dessert, this dish celebrates seasonal flavors in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 Apples (firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 120 ml Calvados (apple brandy)
• 500 ml Water
• 100 g Granulated sugar
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 1 Vanilla bean (split and scraped)
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 10 g Butter (optional, for serving)
• 0 Whipped cream or ice cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the apples, keeping them whole and intact. Use an apple corer or a small knife to remove the cores without cutting through the bottom of the apples.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, Calvados, sugar, cinnamon stick, vanilla bean and its seeds, and lemon juice. Stir to dissolve the sugar.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Carefully add the peeled apples to the poaching liquid. Cover the saucepan with a lid or parchment paper to help submerge the apples fully.

Step 5

Simmer the apples gently for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender but still hold their shape. Turn the apples occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 6

Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the poached apples and set them aside on a serving dish.

Step 7

Increase the heat to medium-high and reduce the poaching liquid for 5-10 minutes, or until it thickens slightly into a light syrup.

Step 8

Drizzle the warm syrup over the poached apples. Optionally, add a small pat of butter to each apple for extra richness.

Step 9

Serve the apples warm or at room temperature with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1504.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1192.3

Total Fat 14.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 37.4mg	0%
Sodium 95.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 177.5g
Protein 2.6g	0%

Vitamin D 6.4IU	0%
Calcium 114.6mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 824.8mg	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: 13.7%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 85.2%