Caramelized Apples with Brown Sugar are an easy vegan recipe that's sweet, soft, and full of cozy cinnamon flavor (no butter needed).
Made on the stovetop, they're perfect for topping oatmeal, cake, or apple pancakes, or enjoying as a quick homemade dessert.
Caramelized apples with brown sugar are one of those simple, flavor-packed recipes that make your kitchen smell amazing and your breakfast feel fancy.
With only 4 ingredients and a few minutes on the stove, you'll have delicious, cinnamon-coated apples full of cozy fall flavor.
I make them often as a topping for my apple banana cake, apple overnight oats, apple banana bread, or apple chia pudding, and they never fail to make even the simplest meal feel extra special.
My favorite part? Enjoying a warm spoonful with creamy peanut or cashew butter - it's pure comfort in a bite.
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🍎Ingredients
- Apples: I used Gala apples, but any variety you love, like Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Granny Smith, works great.
- Brown sugar: Adds rich caramel sweetness and that glossy coating.
- Cinnamon: Brings cozy warmth and enhances the apple flavor.
- Lemon juice: Use freshly squeezed for a bright, fresh flavor.
As always, you can find the full recipe with a list of ingredients with measurements in a printable recipe card at the end of this post.
🔪How To Make Caramelized Apples With Brown Sugar
Step 1: Dice the apples into roughly ¾-inch (2 cm) pieces, making sure they're uniform for even cooking. Place them in a non-stick pan with brown sugar, cinnamon, and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Step 2: Heat a non-stick pan over medium-low heat and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring gently and frequently.
Step 3: Once the apples are soft, glossy, and caramelized, remove from heat and enjoy as a topping for oatmeal, pancakes, apple banana bread, or straight from the pan.
📋Variations
- Apple variations: Use any apple variety you love or mix two types of apples for a balance of sweet and tart.
- Spice options: Add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice with cinnamon or use a tiny dash of ground ginger for a subtle kick.
💡Marinela's Tips
- Dice apples evenly for consistent cooking.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent sticking and burning.
- Stir gently to keep apples intact.
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Yes, try coconut sugar, maple sugar, or a granulated sugar.
I prefer to keep the peel on for extra texture, nutrients, and color, but you can peel them if you like a smoother, softer result.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
📖 Recipe
Caramelized Apples With Brown Sugar
Equipment
- Non-stick frying pan
Ingredients
- 2 cups apples diced, ~¾-inch (2 cm) cubes
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a non-stick pan, combine apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
- Heat over medium-low heat and cook 10-12 minutes, stirring gently and frequently to keep the apples intact until soft and caramelized.
Notes
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent sticking.
- Stir gently to keep apple pieces from breaking apart.
- Serve warm for the best flavor, alone or with peanut/cashew butter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
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