Lactose Free Cinnamon Stewed Apples
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, these cinnamon stewed apples are the kind of simple dish that makes your whole kitchen smell incredible. Sliced apples are gently simmered in a mixture of maple syrup, Ceylon cinnamon, vanilla powder, and just a touch of butter until they turn perfectly tender and glossy with a light, naturally sweet syrup. Ceylon cinnamon is worth seeking out here — it's softer and more floral than the standard variety, and it really lets the apple flavor shine through. Because the recipe relies on butter rather than any cream or milk-based ingredients, it sidesteps the dairy components that can cause digestive trouble without sacrificing any of that rich, cozy taste. The result is a versatile dish that works beautifully spooned over oatmeal in the morning, served alongside roasted pork, or enjoyed on its own as a light dessert. It comes together in one saucepan with minimal prep, and leftovers keep in the fridge for a couple of days — if they last that long.
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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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