Easy Cinnamon Stewed Apples Recipe

Enjoy this easy cinnamon stewed apples recipe, made with tart Bramley apples and warm cinnamon spice.

Stewed apples are incredibly versatile and can be used in crumbles, pies, muffins, flapjacks, cakes, and chutneys. They also make a delicious topping for pancakes at breakfast or a quick dessert when served with ice cream or custard. You might also like my slow cooker stewed apples recipe.

One of my favourite autumn activities is stewing apples from my large Bramley apple tree in the garden.

I love making big batches and freezing them in portions, so we always have quick access to delicious apple crumble or apple pie whenever my family fancies them.

You might also like 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?

1. Stewed apple is a classic British comfort food. The gentle cooking process brings out the natural sweetness of the apples, making them incredibly tasty and satisfying.
2. They can be enjoyed in various ways. You can have them on their own as a warm dessert, mix them with yoghurt or porridge for breakfast, or use them as a topping for pancakes and ice cream.
3. Making stewed apples is straightforward and doesn't require many ingredients or complicated cooking techniques. It's a quick and easy recipe that can be enjoyed by everyone.

🥘 Ingredients

Cooking Apples - Choose firm, washed Bramley apples, the most popular variety for cooking. Peel, core, and quarter the apples for even cooking.

Lemon Juice - A squeeze of fresh lemon juice helps prevent the apples from oxidizing and turning brown while you prepare them.

Brown Sugar - Opt for light brown sugar to infuse the apples with a rich, caramel-like sweetness. Alternatively, you can use natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for a different flavour profile.

Cinnamon Stick - Infuse the apples with a subtle, warming aroma by adding a cinnamon stick during cooking. For variety, experiment with other spices like nutmeg or ground ginger.

Water - Add a splash of water to help break down the cooking apples and create a smooth, tender consistency as they simmer.

🔪 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.

🍴 Serving suggestions

There are so many ways to use stewed apples. Here are a few ideas to try:

• Apple pies or apple pie bars.
• Crumbles - cinnamon apple crumble, plum and apple crumble or apple and mincemeat crumble (which is a big hit at Christmas).
• Muffins - cinnamon apple muffins, or replace the mincemeat in my spiced mincemeat muffins with stewed apples.
• Served on scotch pancakes.
• Red cabbage.
• Cakes - like this apple crumble loaf cake with custard icing.
• Chutney.
• Stuffing.
• Sausage rolls.
• Apple sauce.
• Apple turnovers - my apple and blackberry turnovers are a popular after-school snack.

📖 Variations

• For a healthier twist, omit the sugar during the cooking process. Once the apples have been stewed and cooled, sweeten them naturally with a drizzle of honey to taste.
• If you're looking for a unique sweetener, try using maple syrup instead of traditional sugar.
• If you don't have a cinnamon stick on hand, simply swap it out for 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. This will provide the same warm, comforting aroma and taste.
• Try flavouring your apples with vanilla instead of cinnamon. Use a split vanilla pod or 1 teaspoon of vanilla paste to infuse the apples with a delicate, sweet aroma.
• Use pears instead of apples. The tender, juicy pears pair perfectly with the warmth of cinnamon, creating a delicious alternative to the classic stewed apples.
• Elevate your stewed apples into a decadent treat by soaking raisins in a little rum and adding them to the mix. This luxurious topping is perfect for spooning over creamy ice cream or rich custard.

🥡 Storage

Store - Once your stewed apples have cooled to room temperature, transfer them to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to one week.  

🧊 Suitable for freezing?

To store your stewed apples for longer, freeze them in an airtight, freezer-safe container or resealable bag once they've cooled. They'll keep in the freezer for up to three months. When you want to use them, defrost the apples overnight in the fridge or reheat them quickly in the microwave.

❓ FAQS

😋Related recipes

More delicious apple recipes:

• Cinnamon Apple Crumble
• Apple Pie Bars
• Apple Flapjacks
• Apple Muffins
• Apple and Blackberry Turnovers
• Apple and Blackberry Crumble
• Apple Crumble Bars

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

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