One of my favorite apple dishes is an old classic. Southern Skillet Fried Apples is almost like apple pie without the crust and a favorite side dish in the South. It is a recipe that is so easy to make at home and better than what you’ll find at Cracker Barrel.
- 4 tbs Butter (half a stick)
- 1/4 c Brown Sugar
- 1 tsp Cinnamon (heaping)
- 4 Apples
I used a couple of Honeycrisp Apples and Granny Smith Apples but you can use whatever variety you prefer. Those happen to be personal favorites of mine. My apples were also on the large size. If you have smaller apples, add in an extra one to the recipe.
First we have to core, slice and peel the apples. I just cut my apples in half, core them, then slice them and remove the peels from each section.
Warm your skillet over medium heat.
When hot, add the butter and allow to melt.
Add the brown sugar and cinnamon.
If you don’t have brown sugar on hand, you could use granulated sugar and a tablespoon of molasses.
Stir to combine the melted butter, sugar and cinnamon together. Warning: it’s going to smell really good!
Add in the apples. Stir to combine everything together.
Saute the apples until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve warm.
Southern Skillet Fried Apples
Print RecipeIngredients
- 4 tbs Butter (half a stick) 1 tsp Cinnamon (heaping) 4 Apples
- 1/4 c Brown Sugar
- 1 tsp Cinnamon (heaping)
- 4 Apples (Peeled, Cored & Sliced)
Instructions
First we have to core, slice and peel the apples. I just cut my apples in half, core them, then slice them and remove the peels from each section.
When hot, add the butter and allow to melt.
Add the brown sugar and cinnamon.If you don't have brown sugar on hand, you could use granulated sugar and a tablespoon of molasses.Stir to combine the melted butter, sugar and cinnamon together. Warning: it's going to smell really good!
Add in the apples. Stir to combine everything together.
Saute the apples until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.Serve warm.
18 Comments
Stacey
September 9, 2017 at 4:34 amLooks yummy! I can't wait to try this. Apples are one of my favorite fall treats!
Nancy Robinson
September 9, 2017 at 7:00 pmLooks so yummy!! And I take it even a step further, instead of cake on top, I add gingerbread. π
cookspencer
September 9, 2017 at 9:07 pmPlease set up your recipes so they can be printed
Julia
September 10, 2017 at 7:50 pmThank you for pointing that out. There was a print button but it seems to have disappeared. I'll work on getting it added back.
Miz Helen
September 16, 2017 at 4:40 pmHi Julia,
Who among us Southern Gals would not just love these Fried Apples, just delicious! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday,we are so happy to have you join us. Have a wonderful week and come back to see us real soon!
Miz Helen
Julia
September 17, 2017 at 3:19 amThey are just so good!
Jennifer Dawn
October 1, 2017 at 1:20 pmThese look so good! I love that you used a cast iron skillet–a must-have in every Southern kitchen. π I'm featuring your recipe at this week's link party. https://www.thelifeofjenniferdawn.com/2017/09/delicious-apple-recipes-for-fall-and.html
Julia's Simply Southern
October 1, 2017 at 1:42 pmJennifer,
Thank you so much. I appreciate the feature. I enjoyed finding your blog a few months ago and am following you on your social media outlets.
Mary Westover
October 2, 2017 at 1:20 pmThis sure take me back home in my mind. Thanks so much, Love to all
Carol Rydell
October 2, 2017 at 9:17 pmStill doesn't have a print button. Very frustrating. Great recipe. Thank you.
Julia
October 2, 2017 at 9:59 pmCarol, if you scroll to the very bottom of the page you'll find a print button. I'm so sorry for any inconvenience.
Maribeth Alexander
October 3, 2017 at 10:42 pmYum! I want to make these Skillet Fried Apples! I know my husband will LOVE this! I pinned it to make later.
Julia
October 4, 2017 at 12:25 pmThank you. I hope y'all enjoy it.
Joanne Schweitzer
October 7, 2017 at 11:13 amLooks delicious!
Odell Jackson
October 8, 2017 at 4:34 pmJust made this as my first attempt at fried apples. Tremendous! I used double the butter *oops* and added a touch of vanilla bean paste. One of the best things I've ever had! Thanks for the recipe!
Julia
October 8, 2017 at 11:19 pmOdell,
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! I live by the motto "Butter make it better!"
Nichole
January 28, 2018 at 8:18 pmI follow a mostly Paleo style diet, and just made a modified version of this to satisfy a sweet tooth. I used ghee instead of butter, left out the sugar and used a generous spoonful of molasses instead, and threw in some chopped pecans towards the end. Not quite the fried apples of my youth, but totally satisfied my sweet tooth – SO delicious!
Julia Jordan
January 29, 2018 at 7:30 amI love using molasses in recipes. Your version sounds delicious.