Description

This Sweet and Sour Apple Recipe is a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors, making it a delightful side dish, topping, or snack. Caramelized apples are infused with vinegar, honey, and warm spices, creating a unique dish that pairs beautifully with meats, salads, or desserts. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s a simple yet irresistible treat!

Ingredients

• 2 large apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji), sliced

• 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil

• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

• 1 tbsp brown sugar

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp ginger (optional, for warmth)

• 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

1. Prepare the apples: Wash, core, and slice apples into thin wedges.

2. Sauté: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter or coconut oil. Add apples and sauté for about 3 minutes until slightly softened.

3. Add sweet and sour elements: Pour in the apple cider vinegar, honey, and brown sugar. Stir well to coat the apples.

4. Spice it up: Sprinkle cinnamon, salt, and optional ginger or chili flakes. Stir and cook for another 5–7 minutes until the apples are tender but not mushy.

5. Serve: Remove from heat and enjoy warm as a side dish, topping for pancakes or oatmeal, or a flavorful addition to salads and meats.

Notes

• Use Granny Smith apples for a more tart flavor or Honeycrisp for a sweeter touch.

• Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey/maple syrup.

• Try adding nuts or dried cranberries for extra texture.

• For a caramel-like taste, replace brown sugar with coconut sugar or molasses.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Side Dish, Snack
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: ~120
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: Sweet and sour apples, caramelized apples, quick apple recipe, fall flavors, easy fruit side dish