Chipotle Glazed Apples

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 1

Spicy and sweet Chipotle Glazed Apples recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

6 min

Ready In

16 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 cup sugar
	1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
	4 medium Red Delicious apples , cored , peeled and sliced
	4 tablespoons vegetable oil
	4 teaspoons minced chipotle chiles

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

250

Sugar

27g

Fat

12g

Chipotle Glazed Apples are a delicious combo of sweet and spicy flavors that make a perfect fall dish. These apples are first tossed with cinnamon-sugar powder and then cooked in a skillet until they're browned and softened. The perfectly caramelized apples are then coated with a spicy chipotle glaze, giving them a smoky and fiery taste. This recipe is perfect for spicing up your dessert game, or as a quick snack on a chilly autumn day.

Instructions

1.	In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and cinnamon.
2.	Toss the apple slices with the cinnamon-sugar blend.
3.	In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
4.	Add the apple slices and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden-brown and tender.
5.	Toss in the chipotle chiles and cook for an additional minute, stirring to combine.
6.	Remove from heat and let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make, using only a handful of ingredients.

The combination of spicy and sweet flavors will tantalize your taste buds.

CONS

If you don’t like spicy food, then you may want to skip this recipe as the chipotle chiles can be quite hot.

Also, this dish is high in sugar content, so it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apples are an excellent source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and various antioxidants.
Additionally, the cinnamon used in this recipe is known for its anti-inflammatory effects and may help to improve heart health and lower blood sugar levels.