Don’t call it a copycat.
These fried apples are even better than the original.
Emily Laurae
Why Are Cracker Barrel’s Fried Apples So Special?
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The seasonings for fried apples are classic apple companions: brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
How To Make Fried Apples
This is a fast and easy side dish.
So easy, in fact, you might not need a recipe after you make it the firs time.
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Ingredients
4apples, cored, peeled, and sliced (such as Honeycrisp)
6Tbsp.
unsalted butter, divided
6Tbsp.
light brown sugar
2Tbsp.
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cornstarch
3/4cup apple cider
2tsp.
Add apples to melted butter:
In a cast-iron skillet over medium heat, melt 4 Tbsp.
Add the apples, sugar mixture, and lemon juice, and stir until the apples are fully coated.
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Cook apples until tender:
Reduce the heat to low.
If using, add bourbon, and stir to deglaze the pan.
Cover the pan, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are fork-tender.
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Meanwhile, add apple cider and cornstarch to a small bowl, and whisk to combine.
Pour the apple cider mixture into the skillet, and stir to combine with the juices.
Simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until the liquid begins to thicken, stirring occasionally.
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Add butter and simmer:
Add the cold butter.
Simmer until the butter melts and the sauce takes on a syrupy, almost caramel-like consistency.
Remove from heat, and serve.
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