Cider-Poached Apples With Cinnamon Yogurt

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 1

Cider-Poached Apples With Cinnamon Yogurt - Perfect Fall Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup apple cider or 1 cup apple juice
	1/2 cinnamon sticks or 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1 golden delicious apple , peeled , halved and cored
	1/4 cup nonfat vanilla yogurt , sweetened with artificial sweeter ( aspartame )
	1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1/4 cup toasted chopped pecans

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

160

Sugar

20g

Fat

Cider-Poached Apples With Cinnamon Yogurt is a simple yet delicious fall-inspired dessert that is perfect for a cozy night in. This dessert highlights the natural sweetness of apples and adds a hint of cinnamon spice. The yogurt provides a creamy and cooling contrast that pairs perfectly with the warm apples.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, bring the apple cider, cinnamon stick or ground cinnamon, and apple to a simmer over medium heat.
2.	Reduce the heat to low and cook the apple, covered, until tender, about 10-15 minutes.
3.	While the apple is cooking, prepare the cinnamon yogurt by mixing the yogurt and ground cinnamon together in a small bowl.
4.	To serve, place the apple in a small dish with a dollop of cinnamon yogurt on top and sprinkle with chopped pecans.

PROS

Cider-poached apples are a low-calorie dessert that is perfect for fall and winter.
The combination of apple and cinnamon is delicious, and the yogurt adds a cooling contrast.

This dessert is also dairy-free and vegan-friendly if using dairy-free yogurt.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar due to the apple cider and added sweetener in the yogurt.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apples are packed with nutrients and are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Cinnamon has been linked to reducing inflammation and may also help regulate blood sugar levels.