Artificial Flavors Free Cinnamon Stewed Apples
Warm, tender apples bathed in a lightly spiced maple syrup — this is the kind of simple, soul-satisfying dish that makes your whole kitchen smell incredible. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward: real butter, pure maple syrup, ground Ceylon cinnamon, and vanilla powder instead of extract, so there's no need to scrutinize a label for hidden synthetic additives. Ceylon cinnamon brings a softer, more floral warmth than the standard supermarket variety, and it pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of the apples as they slowly break down into something silky and almost jammy. The whole thing comes together in one saucepan with minimal effort, making it just as practical on a weeknight as it is impressive enough for a weekend brunch spread. Spoon it over oatmeal, pancakes, yogurt, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream — honestly, it works on just about everything. It keeps well in the fridge for a couple of days, so making a batch ahead is absolutely worth it.
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4 servings
- 4 medium apples (about 1 ½ lb), peeled, cored, and sliced ¼-inch thick
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp pure vanilla powder
- ¼ cup water
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until foamy and just beginning to subside, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add the apple slices, maple syrup, Ceylon cinnamon, vanilla powder, water, and salt. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
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