Description
A delightful dessert combining the natural sweetness of apples with a tangy twist. This easy-to-make sweet and sour apple dish offers a perfect balance of flavors and can be served as a dessert or side dish.
Ingredients
- 4 cups apples (a mix of sweet and tart, such as Granny Smith and Gala), peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Rinse and peel the apples, then cut into uniform slices or wedges.
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In a saucepan, combine sugar, lemon juice or vinegar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Heat gently until sugar dissolves.
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Add apples to the saucepan and simmer gently over low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until apples are tender but still crisp.
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Taste and adjust sweetness or tanginess by adding more sugar or lemon juice/vinegar if needed.
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Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use a mix of apple varieties for best flavor and texture.
- For gluten-free options, ensure all ingredients are gluten-free.
- To reduce sugar, use less or substitute with low-sugar sweeteners.
- Spice levels can be adjusted or omitted based on preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sweet and sour apples, apple dessert, easy apple recipe, tangy apple dish, gluten-free apple recipe