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Easy Cracker Barrel-Style Fried Apples Recipe

Easy Cracker Barrel-Style Fried Apples Recipe

This recipe replicates the famous Cracker Barrel fried apples - it's sweet, spicy, and perfect as a side or dessert.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 6 medium Granny Smith apples peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated
  • 0.25 cup apple juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add apple slices to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
  • Sprinkle brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt over the apples. Stir to coat evenly.
  • Pour in apple juice and lemon juice. Increase heat and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes or until the apples are tender and the sauce has thickened.

Notes

Great served warm as a side or dessert with ice cream.