Country Style Baked or Fried Apples

These are so popular on most Southern menus and perfect with just about any meal of the day.

These fried apples are one of those recipes that can be served for breakfast, dessert, or right alongside a comforting dinner.

They are especially wonderful spooned over pancakes, waffles, biscuits, oatmeal, ice cream, or even a slice of warm pound cake.

I love using a combination of Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Gala apples, depending on how sweet or tart I want the finished dish. Leaving the peel on gives the apples a beautiful color and helps them retain their shape while cooking.

They are simple, old-fashioned, and made with ingredients that turn into something surprisingly delicious.

Tender apple wedges simmer in apple juice with a buttery, perfect bite, then they are coated in a sweet, warmly spiced apple glaze that just shouts the start of Fall weather.

You may want to try our Country Fried Chicken or my Best Fried Pork Chop recipe with these delicious apple slices.

Just scroll down to the printable recipe card for both styles to try out.

Why You Will Love Country Baked or Fried Apples

• Easy ingredients: You probably already have most of what you need in your pantry.
• Big apple flavor: Cooking the apples in apple juice gives them an extra layer of natural apple flavor.
• Perfectly tender apples: The apples are cooked until fork-tender without turning into applesauce.

  A delicious glaze:

• The apple juice, sugar, cornstarch, and apple pie spice create a thick, silky sauce that coats every apple wedge.
• So versatile: These apples can be breakfast, a side dish, or dessert.
• Old-fashioned comfort food: This is the kind of simple recipe that feels like it belongs in a well-loved family cookbook.

What To Serve These Country-Style Apples With

• Pancakes, Waffles, French toast,Biscuits, Oatmeal, Cream of wheat, Yogurt, Warm breakfast cereal
•  For Dessert
  Vanilla ice cream, Pound cake, Angel food cake, Cheesecake, Warm biscuits, Shortcake, Cinnamon rolls, A scoop of vanilla ice cream topped with warm fried apples and a drizzle of caramel sauce is especially delicious.
• As a Side Dish Fried apples also make a wonderful side dish with savory meals. Serve them alongside:
  Pork chops, Pork roast, Ham, Sausage, Breakfast sausage, Fried chicken, Roasted chicken

Other Fruits We Love:

1. Peaches
2. Red Pears
3. Mango
4. Pineapple

Tips for making the best Country Apples

1. Don’t overcook the apples. This is the most important tip. You want them tender enough to cut easily with a fork but firm enough to hold their shape.
2. Choose apples that hold up well when cooked. Granny Smith and Honeycrisp are especially good choices because they don’t become mushy as quickly.
3. Cut the apples evenly. Similar-sized wedges will cook at the same rate.
4. Keep the peel on or remove it. Leaving the peel on gives the finished apples a rustic, old-fashioned appearance.
5. If you prefer softer apples, peel them first.
6. Stir the glaze constantly. Cornstarch thickens quickly, and stirring prevents lumps or scorching.
7. Don’t skip the apple juice. It gives these apples much more flavor than using water.
8. Add rum for a richer kick at the end which is totally optional
9. Taste before serving. Depending on the apples you use, you may want an additional tablespoon of sugar.
10. A sprinkle of toasted pecans on top adds the perfect finishing touch.
11. You can also use a combination of apples. Mixing a tart apple with a sweet variety creates a more interesting flavor.
12. Store leftover apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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Questions on Making Country-Style Apples

• Frequently Asked Questions: Can I peel the apples? Absolutely. The peel can be left on for color and texture, but peeled apples work just as well.
• Why did my apples get mushy? They were probably cooked a little too long. Start checking them early and remove them as soon as they are fork-tender.
• Can I use apple cider instead of apple juice? Yes. Apple cider will give the dish an even deeper apple flavor.
• Can I use frozen apples? Fresh apples are best for this recipe because they hold their shape better, but thawed frozen apples can work in a pinch. Handle them gently because they may become softer during cooking.
• Can I make these less sweet? Yes. Start with less sugar, especially if you are using naturally sweet apples such as Gala or Honeycrisp.

Country Style Sliced, Baked or Fried Apples

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Author: Claudia Lamascolo

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 25 MinTotal time: 35 Min

Here is a delicious baked country style apple recipe or country-fried skillet recipe that goes great with any barbecue or cookout meal. Country style baked apples are found all over the South the kind you find in old fashioned diners, breakfast restaurants. A thickened sauce with apples and cinnamon a perfect side dish for any meal at any time of the day.

Ingredients

• Country Style Sliced Baked Apples
• 4 cups of sliced Granny Smith apples, peeled and cored ( or leave the skins on if you like them)
• 1 cup of sugar
• 3/4 cup flour
• 1 stick of butter
• 1/2 cup apple juice
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or more to taste (we love cinnamon, I add around 1 teaspoon or more)
• Optional: a dash of allspice
• Country Style Skillet Fried Apples (Cracker Barrel Copycat Recipe)
• 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup of apple cider – or apple juice
• 1 Tbsp. of cornstarch
• 6 large Granny Smith, Honey Crisp orGolden Delicious apples, peeled and cut into wedges
• 1 teaspoon. of lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• pinch of nutmeg
• pinch of allspice
• 1/4 cup of brown sugar

Instructions

1. For Country Baked Apples Instructions:
2. Place apples in a butter-greased 13 x 9 baking dish.
3. Mix sugar, flour, and butter until crumbly; sprinkle over apples.
4. Add apple juice, salt, and cinnamon.
5. Bake at 350 degrees until done and slightly brown around 25 minutes.
6. For the Skillet Stovetop Method:
7. Place the skillet on low heat to melt the butter.
8. If you like soft apples, simmer the sliced apples in the butter for a few minutes but still firm to the touch.
9. Stir in the remaining ingredients into the butter.
10. The apples need to simmer and caramelize for around 6 to 7 minutes.
11. Cracker Barrel Copycat Skillet Stovetop Instructions:
12. Using a deep chicken fryer large skillet, melt the butter.
13. Add wedges of apples to melted butter, drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with brown sugar evenly.
14. Simmer covered on low until you pierce the apples with a fork it goes in easily around 17 to 18 minutes.
15. Place the apples in a bowl and keep warm, setting aside.
16. Place the apple cider (which we do use) or juice and whisk in the cornstarch then add to the skillet.
17. Simmer on medium heat until it thickens.
18. Toss the cooked apples in the thickened sauce and serve while still warm
19. Optional: sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar on top

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