Cracker Barrel Fried Apples

There is nothing like the scent of butter, sugar, and cinnamon in the kitchen, and my Cracker Barrel fried apples fits the bill!

Course Dessert, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword apple dessert recipes, green apples

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 268kcal

Author Kathleen

1/2 cup butter
4 Golden Delicious or Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 3/4 inch wedges
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

In a large skillet, over medium heat, melt butter (1/2 cup).
Add apple slices (4), sugar (1/4 cup), brown sugar (1/4 cup), cinnamon (2 teaspoons), and nutmeg (1/4 teaspoon) to melted butter and stir to coat with butter.
Cook, covered, for 11-14 minutes, stirring occasionally until apples are tender.

Prevent browning. To keep peeled apples from browning while you prep, place them in a bowl of cold water with a squeeze of lemon juice. A little oxidation won't affect the flavor, but bright apples make for a prettier finished dish.
Choose the right apples. Golden Delicious apples are closest to the Cracker Barrel version because they become soft and buttery as they cook. Granny Smith apples provide a slightly firmer texture and a tart flavor.
Cut apples uniformly. Try to keep the apple wedges about the same size so they cook evenly and become tender at the same time.
Don't overcook. The apples should be fork-tender but still hold their shape. Cooking them too long can cause them to break down and become mushy.
Serve warm. These fried apples are at their best straight from the skillet when the buttery cinnamon sauce is silky and glossy.