Description
These warm and cozy Sautéed Apples are tender, caramelized, and full of comforting spices. Made with maple syrup, cinnamon, and a hint of lemon, they’re the perfect topping for pancakes, oatmeal, or dessert—or just to enjoy by the spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium apples, peeled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- A pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add vegan butter.
- Once melted, add the sliced apples and stir to coat.
- Sprinkle in cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, then drizzle with maple syrup.
- Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender and caramelized.
- Add lemon juice during the final minute of cooking and stir.
- If using pecans, stir them in and allow to toast slightly before removing from heat.
- Serve warm as desired.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for best texture.
- Add a splash of vanilla for extra flavor.
- Great over oatmeal, pancakes, toast, or dairy-free ice cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side or Topping
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sautéed apples, apple topping, vegan apple dessert, maple glazed apples, quick fruit recipe