Apple Topping
Apple topping is a warm, buttery mixture made with sliced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon, simmered until tender and coated in a glossy, caramel-like sauce.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup water (or 100% apple cider juice)
- ¼ tablespoons packed brown sugar Adjust sugar to taste if using apple cider to avoid excess sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1¼ pounds (about 3 to 4) Braeburn apples, peeled, cored, halved, and cut into ½-inch-thick wedges, then halved crosswise
Instructions
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Whisk in water (or apple cider), brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add apples and lemon juice and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- Cover and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Uncover and cook for 5–7 minutes more, until apples are tender and the sauce thickens. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Serve warm or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Apple Topping
Amount per Serving
Calories
159
% Daily Value*
Fat
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
4
g
25
%
Trans Fat
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Cholesterol
15
mg
5
%
Sodium
77
mg
3
%
Potassium
188
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
28
g
9
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
23
g
26
%
Protein
0.5
g
1
%
Vitamin A
253
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
8
mg
10
%
Calcium
22
mg
2
%
Iron
0.3
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using standard data sources. Actual values may vary based on ingredient brands, preparation methods, and portion sizes. This information is for general reference only and should not be considered a substitute for professional dietary advice.
