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Simmered Cinnamon Apples

This dish features tender apples gently simmered in a fragrant cinnamon syrup, creating a warm and aromatic fruit compote. The cooking process softens the apples into a tender, saucy consistency, with the spices infusing the mixture with a cozy, autumnal aroma.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large apples (firm variety like Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala) peeled, cored, and sliced into thick wedges
  • 1 cup water for simmering
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar adjust sweetness to taste
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Large saucepan or pot
  • Sharp knife
  • Peeler
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Peel, core, and cut the apples into thick slices or wedges, and set aside.
  2. Pour water into a large saucepan and stir in the sugar and cinnamon until the sugar begins to dissolve.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, releasing a warm cinnamon aroma as it heats.
  4. Add the sliced apples to the simmering syrup, stacking them gently without stirring immediately, so they stay intact.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the apples simmer slowly, absorbing the cinnamon syrup until they are tender and slightly translucent, about 15 minutes.
  6. Uncover the pot, and gently stir the apples with a wooden spoon, turning them to coat evenly in the syrup and encourage a saucy consistency.
  7. Cook uncovered for another 2-3 minutes to thicken the syrup slightly and let the flavor meld.
  8. Remove from heat and let the apples sit for a few minutes to settle and cool slightly.
  9. Serve the simmered apples warm, spooned into bowls, with the fragrant syrup spooned over the top.