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Cracker Barrel Fried Apples

This 15 minute copycat recipe is simple to make and a family favorite! You'll love this delicious side dish!
Course Vegetables and Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 280kcal
Author Deb Clark

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 5-6 tart apples peeled, cored, cut into ½-inch wedges (about 2 lb)
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • pinch salt
  • 1 lemon substitute with bottled lemon juice

Instructions

  • Peel and core apples. Slice into ½ inch wedges. Squeeze ½ lemon overtop and give it a quick mix.
  • Melt butter in cast iron skillet over medium heat.
  • Place apple slices in the melted butter. Sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon and salt.
  • Cover and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes. Stir occasionally. Enjoy!

Notes

Slow Cooker Instructions

  1. Prepare the crockpot by spraying with nonsticking cooking spray or use a slow cooker liner - it just makes clean up a breeze!
  2. Prepare the apples as directed above. Place in sliced apples in crockpot. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well.
  3. Cover and cook on low for two hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 107mg | Potassium: 304mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 480IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg