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    Home » Recipes » Dessert

    Cinnamon Spiced Stewed Apples

    Published: Sep 18, 2020 · Modified: Oct 10, 2021 by Beth Sachs · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 10 Comments

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    These cinnamon-spiced stewed apples are super easy to make and can be used in so many different ways.

    Apart from the usual crumbles and pies, they can also be used in muffins, loaf cakes, chutney, and even served as a quick dessert with ice-cream or creamy custard!

    Stewed apples in a bowl with a pan of stewed apples behind.

    Stewing apples from my big old apple tree is one of my favourite things to do during September. The great thing about these stewed apples is that they are so versatile, and best of all freeze really well!

    Don't forget to check out my stewed rhubarb and stewed plum recipes too!

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    • ✔️ Why should you try it?
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 🍴 Serving suggestions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥡 Storage
    • 🧊 Suitable for freezing?
    • ❓ FAQS
    • 😋Related recipes
    • Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ✔️ Why should you try it?

    • Easy to make
    • Freezer friendly
    • Can be used in so many different bakes and desserts

    🥘 Ingredients

    • Cooking Apples - washed, peeled, and quartered. I use Bramley apples, the most popular type of cooking apple.
    • Lemon Juice - a quick squeeze of lemon juice helps prevent the apples from browning, whilst you're peeling and chopping.
    • Brown Sugar - I find that brown sugar gives the apples a lovely caramel undertone.
    • Cinnamon Stick - provides a subtle warmth to apples without being too overpowering.
    • Water - a splash of water helps break the cooking apples down during cooking.

    🔪 Instructions

    The recipe card with ingredient quantities and detailed instructions can be found at the bottom of the post

    One: Wash, peel and chop the cooking apples into 3-4 cm chunks.

    Two: Weigh out the sugar, cut the lemon in half and get a cinnamon stick from your spice cupboard.

    Three: Put the chopped apples in a pan and squeeze over a little lemon juice (about half a lemon). Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon stick, and 20ml of water.

    Four: Simmer on the hob, stirring often, for about 15 minutes. Allow to cool and test the sweetness. Add more sugar or honey if needed.

    Step by step instructions collage for making stewed apples.

    🍴 Serving suggestions

    There are so many ways to use stewed apple. Here are a few idea's to try;

    • Apple pies
    • Crumbles - plum and apple crumble or my apple and mincemeat crumble is a big hit at Christmas
    • Muffins - you could try replacing the mincemeat in my spiced mincemeat muffins with stewed apples
    • Served on scotch pancakes
    • Red cabbage
    • Cakes - my apple crumble loaf cake with custard icing on my Cornish food blog Jam & Clotted Cream, is a huge hit in this house
    • Chutney
    • Stuffing
    • Sausage rolls
    • Apple sauce
    • Apple turnovers - my apple and blackberry turnovers are a popular after-school snack in this house
    A pan of stewed apples.

    📖 Variations

    • Make the stewed apple healthier by omitting the sugar and using honey to sweeten the apples instead. It's best to do this after they have been stewed and cooled.
    • Swap the cinnamon stick for 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
    • Flavour the apples with vanilla instead of cinnamon. Use a vanilla pod or 1 teaspoon of vanilla paste.

    🥡 Storage

    The stewed apples will keep in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a week. I often stir them into porridge or greek yogurt for breakfast or serve with custard or ice cream for a quick dessert.

    🧊 Suitable for freezing?

    Stewed apples freeze really well. Let the apples cool completely and place in a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months.

    Did you know you can also store crumble topping in the freezer too? I never like to be too far away from a homemade apple crumble!

    ❓ FAQS

    What are the best apples for stewing?

    Any apples can be stewed in this way, but if you're using eating apples you will need to reduce the amount of sugar you add to them. I personally prefer to use cooking apples.

    Are stewed apples healthy?

    To make the stewed apples healthier, you could replace the brown sugar with a reduced amount of honey

    😋Related recipes

    Here are some more recipes using apples;

    • Apple and caramel loaf cake
    • Apple muffins
    • Apple and blackberry turnovers
    • Apple and blackberry crumble
    • Apple crumble bars
    • Butterscotch apples with rice pudding
    • Spiced apple chutney
    • Microwave apple sponge pudding

    Have you seen my blueberry compote recipe? Another delicious recipe using seasonal fruit!

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    Cinnamon-Spiced Stewed Apples

    These cinnamon-spiced stewed apples are super easy to make and can be used in so many different ways. Apart from the usual crumbles and pies, they can also be used in muffins, loaf cakes, chutney, and even served as a quick dessert with ice-cream or creamy custard!
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine British
    Keyword cinammon stewed apples, easy stewed apples, stewed apple
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes
    Servings 8
    Calories 122kcal
    Author Beth Sachs
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    Equipment

    • Knife
    • Chopping Board
    • Large Non Stick Pan

    Ingredients

    Metric - US Customary
    • 1 kg Cooking Apples
    • 1 Lemon juice only
    • 110 g Light Brown Sugar
    • 1 Cinnamon Stick
    • 20 ml Water

    Instructions

    • Peel and chop the cooking apples and place in a pan, Squeeze lemon juice over them (juice of half a lemon should be enough).
    • Mix in the light brown sugar, cinnamon stick and water.
    • Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring often to prevent the apples sticking to the bottom of the pan. If you find the apples are a bit watery just spoon any excess water out.
    • Allow to cool and test sweetness. If you want the apples to be a bit sweeter add more sugar or honey.

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    Notes

    The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
    Nutrition Facts
    Cinnamon-Spiced Stewed Apples
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    122
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Sodium
     
    6
    mg
    0
    %
    Potassium
     
    171
    mg
    5
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    32
    g
    11
    %
    Fiber
     
    4
    g
    17
    %
    Sugar
     
    27
    g
    30
    %
    Protein
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    68
    IU
    1
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    13
    mg
    16
    %
    Calcium
     
    27
    mg
    3
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Lisalia

      September 19, 2020 at 3:34 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy! Cinnamon and apple is one of my favorite fall flavor combos. These were delicious!

      Reply
      • Chichi

        September 19, 2020 at 5:14 pm

        5 stars
        Apple and cinnamon are a great combination and perfect for fall. This stewed Apple must be delicious. Can’t wait to try it.

        Reply
    2. Jersey Girl Cooks

      September 19, 2020 at 5:12 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! I always need a batch of these is my fridge!

      Reply
    3. Cate

      September 19, 2020 at 6:32 pm

      Oh these look just perfect for fall! I bet they make your home smell amazing while baking too, saving!

      Reply
    4. Priya Lakshminarayan

      September 19, 2020 at 8:29 pm

      5 stars
      That just sounds so comforting! Loving the flavors here

      Reply
    5. Dannii

      September 21, 2020 at 12:30 pm

      5 stars
      I adore cinnamon apple and these look amazing. Lots of ways to use them too.

      Reply
    6. Jen

      September 21, 2020 at 1:05 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks for giving freezing directions. I think I'll put them in single serving size pouches to grab easily. So perfect for Fall!

      Reply
    7. Alison

      September 21, 2020 at 1:24 pm

      5 stars
      We went apple picking this weekend and have a ton of apples to use! I've been looking for some simple recipes, and this one is perfect! I have all the ingredients already, and this recipe is so easy and delicious!

      Reply
    8. Maria San Juan

      September 21, 2020 at 1:27 pm

      5 stars
      This definitely looks like it could also use a scoop of Vanilla ice cream. Very awesome and easy recipe ^_^ Thank you for sharing it.

      Reply
    9. Beth

      September 21, 2020 at 1:32 pm

      5 stars
      My husband is going to love this recipe! Can't wait to give this a try!

      Reply

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