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Cracker Barrel Sausage and Apple Recipe

If you want to bring a taste of Southern comfort into your kitchen, you’re going to love this Cracker Barrel fried apples recipe!
With simple ingredients like butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and apples, you can create a delicious side dish or dessert that will quickly become a family favorite.
A little secret I've found is using a mix of tart and sweet apple varieties to get the perfect balance of flavors.
Fried apples are not just a sweet treat; they also make an excellent topping for pancakes, waffles, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 4 people
Ingredients
  
  • 6 Apples Granny Smith, sliced
  • 1/4 cup Butter
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 cup Water
Instructions
 
  • Start by peeling and slicing the apples into thin wedges.
  • Make sure the slices are even for uniform cooking.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the sliced apples to the skillet and stir to coat them in the butter.
  • Sprinkle the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg over the apples.
  • Gently stir until all the apple slices are evenly coated with the sugar and spices.
  • Add the lemon juice and water to the skillet.
  • Cover and cook on medium-low heat for about 15-20 minutes.
  • Stir occasionally until the apples are tender but not mushy.
  • Remove the lid and let the apples cook for an additional 5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  • This helps concentrate the flavors.