Copycat Cracker Barrel's Fried Apples

Buttery, cinnamon and spice apples!

If you've never had Cracker Barrel's fried apples, you may have missed out on one of the tastiest side dishes they serve.  But, never fear because now you can make them yourself with very little effort!  This recipe features Golden Delicious apples, lightly simmered in a buttery, sweet sauce and then thickened with a cornstarch slurry. It ends up tasting like apple pie, without the crust.

I found this recipe on "allrecipes" and every review gave it a 5 star rating. So, since my granddaughter and I love going to this wonderful, old-time southern restaurant, I knew I had to try them.  I think you'll love them too! 

Ingredients:

6 Tbsp. butter

4 Golden Delicious apples, cored, sliced and peeled

2 tsp. ground cinnamon

1/8 tsp. nutmeg

1/2 cup white sugar (I like to use brown sugar)

For the slurry:

1/2 cup water

1 1/2 Tbsp. cornstarch

Instructions:

Melt butter in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.

Add sliced apples, cinnamon and sugar; stir until all are well coated in sugar mixture. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cooks, covered until apples are tender. This takes about 20 minutes, but check and stir occasionally.

Whisk together the cold water and cornstarch until dissolved. Stir cornstarch mixture into the apples and return to a simmer.  Cook until thickened, about 2 minutes; remove from heat.  Serve warm.

Yields: 6 servings

A Tip from Grammy:

-Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top and it becomes a yummy dessert.

-Use as a side, for brunch or breakfast too.

Be encouraged!

The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call upon Him in truth. 

-Psalm 145:18