Stewed Apples are an easy, versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a snack, dessert, atop pancakes or waffles, and in many other delicious ways.
You don’t have to wait for autumn to roll around to make stewed apples. The stores are full of many delectable types of apples right now. Stewing apples will fill your house with the aroma of fall, thanks to the richness of the cinnamon and sugar-drenched fruit simmering on the stove.
Unlike an apple pie that takes roughly an hour to cook, you can have these juicy apple chunks ready in 20 minutes. After all, isn’t the tender filling what we all want anyway? Besides, if you want a crust, you can always buy a ready-to-eat crust or mini phyllo tart shells to fill with the cooked apples. Amazing desserts are only a few minutes away.
These Apples Are Gluten- and Dairy-Free!
Unlike some recipes that call for flour or cornstarch as a thickener, the apples and syrup in this dish retain a glossy appearance due to natural thickening while cooking. You also do not need any butter to make stewed apples. All the richness you need comes straight from the apples.
Are Stewed Apples Healthy?
Stewing apples provides a healthy treat for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Apples contain plenty of fiber, antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins. And, if you choose to leave the skin on, it will increase the antioxidant and fiber levels even more.
How to Make Perfectly Stewed Apples
Start by cutting your apples as uniformly as possible. You can make apple chunks or slices. Having apple pieces the same size will help them cook to the ideal consistency without larger pieces being hard and smaller pieces turning mushy. Some people like to leave the apple skin on, and that is fine if you choose. Start by adding less sugar than the recipe calls for and adjust the sweetness halfway through the cooking process. I suggest this because some apples are naturally sweeter than others.
Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite add-ins, such as raisins, dried cranberries, and dried blueberries. You can also add fresh blueberries halfway through the cooking process so that they cook but keep their texture. Blueberries and apples taste so good together.
How to make ahead and store
Stewed apples are quick and easy to prepare and can be made whenever you want them. They can also be made ahead of time and will keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To reduce condensation, let the cooked apples cool at room temperature before placing them in the container for storage. You can reheat them on the stovetop, in the microwave, or in the oven. Do not overheat, or the apples may get mushy. Cooked apples can be frozen in a ziplock freezer bag or freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge.
Serving Suggestions
Stewed apples have multiple uses – if they last that long. It is hard not to dip a spoon into the pot or container and eat it immediately. I often make extra because I know everyone will want some as soon as they are done cooking. One of my favorite ways to have cooked cinnamon apples is over ice cream. A great healthy option is this easy recipe for Cottage Cheese Ice Cream. With hints of honey, peanut butter, and chocolate chips, it is the perfect backdrop for these apples.
You can top oatmeal with the apples, especially recipes like Banana Overnight Oats and Gluten-Free Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats. For a delicious breakfast treat, put them on top of Coconut Pancakes or Almond Flour Waffles. Add stewed apples to Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, or have them with Sweet Potato Bread and nut butter for a nutritious snack.
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples peeled, cored, and cut
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine apples, water, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a large saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and the sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes.
- Serve the stewed apples warm, or allow them to cool and store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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