Best 20 Caramelized Apples Recipes

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Caramelized apples are a classic dessert that can be enjoyed on their own or used as a topping for other dishes. The caramelization process involves heating the apples with sugar until they become soft and gooey, with a rich, buttery flavor. Whether you're looking for a simple snack or an impressive dessert, there are plenty of caramelized apple recipes to choose from. This article will guide you through some of the best recipes for caramelized apples, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure perfect results every time.

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GRILLED SAUSAGES WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND APPLES



Grilled Sausages with Caramelized Onions and Apples image

Apples, onions, and grilled sausages make a perfect meal for autumn. Try it served with boiled or roasted new potatoes, a mix of fresh vegetables, and some warm crusty bread! Use any dinner sausage--bangers, turkey, beef, bratwurst, whatever you like!

Provided by JAYDA

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 sausages
2 tablespoons butter
2 medium onions, halved and sliced
3 large apples - peeled, cored, and cut into thin wedges
2 tablespoons apple cider or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for high heat.
  • With a fork, poke sausages several times. Place in a pot, cover with water, and simmer over medium-high heat until cooked through, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Warm butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions, and cook until soft and translucent. Stir in apples, vinegar, and brown sugar; cook, stirring gently, until caramelized, about 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, place sausages on grill (or under broiler), and cook until well browned. Serve on a mound of caramelized apples and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 33.7 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 295.5 mg, Sugar 26.3 g

BAKED BRIE WITH MAPLE CARAMELIZED APPLES AND SPICED PRALINE BACON



Baked Brie with Maple Caramelized Apples and Spiced Praline Bacon image

This is a party in your mouth. Creamy, smoky, spicy, sweet, this recipe makes for a dramatic appetizer that will wow at your Thanksgiving cocktail hour! The recipe also works with a 16-ounce round of Brie if you're feeding a big crowd. Serve with a baguette or your favorite crackers.

Provided by Julie Hubert

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Bacon     Appetizers

Time 33m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 slices bacon
2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
sea salt to taste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 Golden Delicious apples - peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (8 ounce) round Brie cheese
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Lay bacon on the prepared baking sheet. Mix pecans, brown sugar, chili powder, and sea salt together in a bowl. Sprinkle evenly over the bacon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crisp, and browned, 18 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool. Chop bacon into rough pieces.
  • Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add apples and 1 tablespoon maple syrup. Saute, stirring only every 60 to 90 seconds, until apples are tender and brown, about 8 minutes. Mix in remaining 2 tablespoons maple syrup and cinnamon. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Cut a round of parchment paper slightly larger than the round of Brie cheese. Place the Brie cheese on the parchment paper; place onto a baking sheet. Top with the cooked apples to make a big mound.
  • Bake in the hot oven for 5 minutes. Add bacon-praline mixture on top of the Brie. Continue baking until top is bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer to a serving platter using a large spatula. Sprinkle with sea salt and rosemary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 39.7 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 301.9 mg, Sugar 10 g

SHEET-PAN SAUSAGES WITH CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS AND APPLES



Sheet-Pan Sausages With Caramelized Shallots and Apples image

In this rustic sheet-pan dinner, apples and shallots roast slowly alongside pork sausage, becoming fragrant and caramelized in the process. A quick toss with whole-grain mustard and apple cider vinegar adds a savory edge, making the apple and shallot mixture almost reminiscent of chutney. This recipe works equally well with both sweet and hot pork sausage, as well as any crisp apples, though a mix of red and green apples looks particularly nice. Serve with French green lentils and a green salad, with plenty of Dijon mustard on the side.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories     dinner, easy, weekday, sausages, main course

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 shallots, trimmed on both ends and peeled (about 6 ounces)
2 crisp apples (preferably one tart, like Granny Smith, and one sweet, like Fuji)
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more as needed
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 pound sweet or hot Italian sausages
3 fresh rosemary sprigs
1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard
1 to 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar, to taste
Chopped fresh parsley, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Cut the shallots lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick wedges. Core the apples and cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges. Place the shallots and apples on a sheet pan, drizzle with the 1 tablespoon olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast the mixture for 10 to 15 minutes, until the shallots are just starting to brown at the edges.
  • Meanwhile, place the sausages on a plate. Using a fork, prick a few holes in each sausage. Drizzle the sausages with olive oil and toss to coat.
  • Add the rosemary and mustard to the pan with the apples and shallots, and toss, spreading everything out into one even layer. Arrange the sausages on the pan, evenly distributed, and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping the sausages and tossing the apples and shallots with the juices released from the sausages halfway through, until the sausages are browned and cooked to 160 degrees and the shallots are tender and caramelized.
  • Transfer the sausages to a serving platter and discard the rosemary sprigs. Pour the vinegar over the apples and shallots, and toss well, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Transfer to the serving platter with the sausages, sprinkle with parsley, if using, and serve immediately.

CARAMELIZED APPLES AND ONIONS



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Dress up your Christmas feast with this super easy yet delicious side dish recipe - sweet and savory caramelized apples and onions.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons butter or margarine
4 cups chopped sweet onions (4 large)
2 medium red apples, peeled and chopped (2 cups)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook onions in butter 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden.
  • Stir in apples; cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until caramel colored. Remove from heat; stir in salt and pepper. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg

WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED APPLES



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A topping of caramelized diced apples makes a beautiful presentation, but also works wonderfully with the flavor of the sweet mash -- so well that nobody will miss the standard mini marshmallows.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large sweet potatoes, pierced with the tines of a fork
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 cup applesauce, preferably homemade
2 teaspoons grated fresh peeled ginger
1 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 apples (1 pound), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Arrange potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake until tender, 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes. Remove from oven; let stand until cool enough to handle.
  • Cut each potato lengthwise. Scoop flesh into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment; discard skins. Add 2 tablespoons butter and the cream; mix on medium speed until smooth. Mix in applesauce and ginger; season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer potato mixture to an ovenproof dish. Bake until heated through, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss apples with sugar in a bowl. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add apple mixture; cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are golden and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove potato mixture from oven; top with caramelized apples, and serve.

SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED APPLES



Sweet Potatoes with Caramelized Apples image

In this decadent Thanksgiving dish, pureed sweet potatoes are topped with caramelized apples and laced with Calvados.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 sweet potatoes (about 4 pounds)
1 teaspoon salt
3 Granny Smith apples, peeled and cored
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
9 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for pan
6 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
6 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 cup Calvados, or brandy
1/4 cup fresh orange juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Bake potatoes until soft, 40 to 45 minutes. When cool enough to handle, peel and place flesh in a medium bowl; add salt, and mash with a fork.
  • Meanwhile, slice apples into 1/8-inch-thick wedges and place in a medium bowl. Add lemon juice and toss to combine.
  • In a medium skillet, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons brown sugar and cook, stirring, until sugar dissolves. Cook apple slices in the butter and sugar in 3 or 4 batches, until golden and caramelized, about 1 minute on each side. As they finish cooking, transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • In a medium skillet, melt 3 tablespoons butter over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons brown sugar and cook until sugar dissolves. Stir in 4 tablespoons cream and the Calvados and cook until slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and add to sweet potatoes, mixing well to combine. Transfer potato mixture to a buttered 3-quart ovenproof casserole. Arrange apple slices over potatoes; set aside.
  • In a medium skillet, melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar and cook until dissolved. Add remaining 2 tablespoons of cream and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Stir in orange juice and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until thickened and dark brown. Pour over the apples and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake until heated through, about 30 minutes. Remove from oven and serve immediately, or let stand at room temperature for up to 30 minutes before serving.

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH CARAMELIZED APPLES



Braised Red Cabbage with Caramelized Apples image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt
2 medium Granny Smith or other tart, firm apples, 1 pound total, peeled, cored, and cut into 1 1/2-inch wedges
1 large onion, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch wedges
1 small (1 1/2 pounds) red cabbage, cored and cut into 1 1/2-inch wedges through the core
3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
3/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium stockpot or Dutch-oven (at least 11 inches in diameter) over medium-high heat. Add sugar and salt, and stir to dissolve. Add apples and onion, in as close to a single layer as possible. Turn to coat in butter mixture. Let cook, shaking pan occasionally and turning over once, until sugar is beginning to caramelize and coat the apples and onions, about 10 minutes.
  • Add cabbage, vinegar, and water. Bring to just a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until cabbage is tender and liquid is reduced to a syrup, 25 to 30 minutes. If necessary, remove lid in the last 5 minutes and cook, uncovered, to reduce liquid to desired consistency; most of the apples will disintegrate.
  • Transfer cabbage and apples to a bowl and serve immediately.

BAKED BRIE WITH CARAMELIZED APPLES, TOASTED WALNUTS AND GOLDEN RAISINS



BAKED BRIE WITH CARAMELIZED APPLES, TOASTED WALNUTS AND GOLDEN RAISINS image

Categories     Cheese     Bake     Pastry

Yield 16 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb. of Brie cut into 1 oz. pieces
2 Granny Smith apples, diced
Phyllo sheets
1/4c. toasted walnuts, chopped
melted butter
1 tbsp. butter
1/4c. golden raisins
1 tsp. honey
chopped apricots, optional

Steps:

  • Melt the tbsp of butter in a sauce pan and add the apples and raisins. Saute for 2-3 min. Add honey and saute until brown. Add walnuts and let cool. Cut phyllo sheets into large enough strips to roll brie into. Lay out the phyllo and paint the edges with melted butter. Spoon some of the apple mixture onto the bottom center of the phyllo sheet. Place a piece of brie on the apple mixture and roll up. Brush the roll with melted butter and place on a pan. Bake at 350 until golden.

CORNBREAD WITH CARAMELIZED APPLES AND ONIONS



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If you don't have (or can't spare) a cast-iron skillet, sauté the apples and onions in any heavy skillet and transfer to a buttered 8x8" glass dish for baking.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     Bread     Onion     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Apple     Cornmeal     Fall     Winter     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more
Freshly ground black pepper
2 medium red- or pink-skinned apples (such as Pink Lady), thinly sliced
5 tablespoons sugar, divided
3 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided
1 1/2 cups cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Melt butter in an 8" cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Pour all but 2 tablespoons butter into a small bowl; set aside.
  • Add onion to butter in skillet; season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened and beginning to brown, about 4 minutes. Add apples, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 2 teaspoons thyme and cook, stirring often, until apples are softened, about 4 minutes. Transfer onion mixture to a medium bowl and reserve skillet.
  • Whisk cornmeal, flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and remaining 3 tablespoonss sugar in a large bowl. Gradually whisk in eggs, buttermilk, and 3/4 cup reserved melted butter until smooth (no lumps should remain). Fold in half of onion mixture and scrape batter into reserved skillet. Top with remaining onion mixture and remaining 1 teaspoon thyme.
  • Bake cornbread until golden brown and a tester inserted into the center comes out clean, 30-40 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.
  • DO AHEAD: Cornbread can be made 6 hours ahead. Reheat before serving, if desired.

PORK CHOPS WITH CURRIED CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND APPLES



Pork Chops with Curried Caramelized Onions and Apples image

A cozy dish that will warm you all over and make your home smell fantastic! Butter-caramelized onions and apples combined with curry powder, applesauce, and a little garlic make this a fantastic dinner with mashed potatoes!

Provided by EdsGirlAngie

Categories     Pork

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 center-cut pork chops, 3/4 to 1 inch thick
olive oil (for browning chops)
salt and pepper
4 tablespoons butter
1 onion, diced
1 large apple, diced and cored
1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
1 cup apple juice
1 cup beef broth
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons ground curry powder, to taste
more salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Season chops with salt and pepper; brown both sides in a skillet with a little olive oil; remove to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Cook and stir onions and apples in butter until caramelized, being sure to stir up browned bits.
  • Stir in applesauce, apple juice, beef broth, garlic and curry powder.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper; simmer on low heat until slightly thickened, continuing to stir up browned bits from pork chops.
  • Pour apple-onion mixture over chops in baking dish and cover dish with foil.
  • Bake in a preheated 400 degree oven for 45 minutes.

CARAMELIZED BAKED APPLES



Caramelized Baked Apples image

Provided by Christopher Idone

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 medium-large firm apples, such as Cortland, Rome or Ida Red
Zest of 1 small lemon, grated
1 1/2 cups fresh apple cider
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
3 tablespoons crystalized ginger, cut into fine dice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Wash and core to a half-inch of the bottoms of each apple. With a vegetable peeler, peel the tops and bottoms of each apple, leaving a band of skin approximately two inches wide. Place the apples one to two inches apart in a large baking dish. Sprinkle a little of the zest into the well of each apple. Add the cider to the dish and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until tender but not mushy. Place the apples on a lightly oiled baking pan and allow to cool thoroughly.
  • When the apples have cooled, place one cup of sugar and a half cup cold water in a medium-size heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir with a wooden spoon until the sugar has dissolved. When the sugar begins to turn golden, rotate the pan to even the color. When the caramel is light amber, using a wooden spoon, carefully coat each apple with the hot caramel. (Caramel burns quickly and must be watched carefully. It will continue to cook and become a darker amber as you are working with it.) Repeat the method with the remaining sugar, using a clean, cool, medium-size heavy saucepan.
  • Meanwhile, whip the cream into soft peaks and fold in the ginger and refrigerate until ready to serve the apples.
  • When ready to serve, pry the apples from the baking pans with a metal spatula and arrange them on a serving platter or serve on individual dessert plates, accompanied with the ginger cream.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 405, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 18 milligrams, Sugar 64 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CARAMELIZED APPLES



Caramelized Apples image

An easy recipe for Caramelized Apples

Provided by Dorie Greenspan

Categories     Fruit     Dessert     Side     Sauté     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Apple     Fall     Winter     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter
1/3 cup sugar
2 pounds Golden Delicious apples, peeled, cored, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2/3 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat; sprinkle sugar over. Stir until sugar begins to melt, about 1 minute. Add apples. Sauté until apples are brown and tender and juices form, about 10 minutes. Add cream and simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 2 minutes. (Can be prepared 3 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm apples over medium heat.)

SPICED WAFFLES WITH CARAMELIZED APPLES



Spiced Waffles with Caramelized Apples image

Provided by Dorie Greenspan

Categories     Cake     Ginger     Breakfast     Brunch     Dessert     Side     Quick & Easy     Apple     Winter     Honey     Cinnamon     Clove     Nutmeg     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
6 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/4 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Large pinch of ground cloves
Large pinch of ground white pepper
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons honey
1 large egg, separated
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
Vanilla ice cream
Caramelized Apples

Steps:

  • Whisk first 12 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Whisk buttermilk, honey, egg yolk, and orange peel in medium bowl to blend. Whisk buttermilk mixture into dry ingredients. Stir in melted butter. Beat egg white in another medium bowl until stiff but not dry; fold into batter.
  • Spray 8- to 9-inch square waffle iron with nonstick spray and preheat. Pour half of batter (about 1 cup) onto hot iron. Close top and cook until brown and set, about 3 minutes (time will vary depending on machine). Transfer waffle to large rack placed on rimmed baking sheet. Repeat with remaining batter. (Can be made ahead. Let stand at room temperature up to 3 hours or cool completely, wrap in foil, and let stand at room temperature 1 day. Rewarm uncovered on rack on baking sheet in 350°F oven until crisp, about 5 minutes per side.)
  • Cut waffles into squares. Divide squares among 4 plates. Top with ice cream and Caramelized Apples.

SPINACH AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD WITH SLICED APPLES AND SPICED CARAMELIZED PECANS



Spinach and Blue Cheese Salad with Sliced Apples and Spiced Caramelized Pecans image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 apple, chilled
1 small lemon, juiced
8 ounces spinach, washed, thoroughly dried, and stemmed
1 small head (about 3 ounces) radicchio, cut into chiffonade
5 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
Kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper
1/2 cup Spago House Dressing, recipe follows
1 1/2 cups Spiced Caramelized Pecans, recipe follows
2 large shallots, minced (1 heaping tablespoon)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons zinfandel vinegar
2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup vegetable oil
Salt
Freshly ground white pepper
3 cups peanut oil
2 cups pecan halves
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Cut the apple into quarters, remove the stem and the seeds, and cut into very thin slices. Sprinkle lemon juice over the slices and set aside.
  • When ready to serve, in a salad bowl, combine the apple, spinach, radicchio, and blue cheese. Season lightly with salt and pepper and toss with the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • To serve, divide the salad among 4 plates and sprinkle the pecans around each salad.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the shallots and the mustard. Whisk in the vinegars, and then the olive and vegetable oils. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer to a covered container and refrigerate until needed.
  • Yield: 1 1/4 cups
  • Recipe courtesy Wolfgang Puck, "Adventures in the Kitchen", Random House, 1991
  • In a deep-fryer or a deep pot, heat the oil to 350 degrees F. (A deep-frying thermometer can be clipped to the side of the pan so that you can tell when the proper temperature has been reached).
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Add the pecans and boil for 2 minutes. Drain in a large strainer, shaking off all excess water. Sprinkle the salt and cayenne pepper over the nuts and then coat with the confectioners' sugar, a little at a time, allowing the sugar to melt into the pecans. Toss the nuts by shaking the strainer, adding a little more sugar each time, until all the sugar is used and all the nuts are coated. Do not use hands or a spoon to toss. The nuts should have a glaze of sugar.
  • Carefully add the nuts to the heated oil, keeping the oil at 350 degrees F. Cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon to a baking tray to cool.
  • Yield: 2 cups
  • Recipe courtesy Wolfgang Puck, "Pizza, Pasta & More!," Random House, 2000

BROWN-SUGAR SPICE CAKE WITH CREAM AND CARAMELIZED APPLES



Brown-Sugar Spice Cake with Cream and Caramelized Apples image

Categories     Cake     Milk/Cream     Fruit     Breakfast     Dessert     Bake     Stew     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Apple     Vanilla     Fall     Winter     Sour Cream     Maple Syrup     Simmer     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 9 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 24

For caramelized apples
8 Gala apples (3 1/2 pounds)
3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
For cake
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup dark amber or Grade B maple syrup
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
For cream
1 1/4 cups chilled heavy cream
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons sugar
Special Equipment
an 8-inch square nonstick cake pan (2 inches deep)

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly butter and flour cake pan, knocking out excess flour.
  • Make caramelized apples:
  • Peel and core apples, then cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges.
  • Spread softened butter in an even layer over bottom of a 12-inch heavy skillet and sprinkle with brown sugar. Add apple wedges and cook over moderate heat, without stirring, until sugar is melted and apples start to give off liquid, about 10 minutes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are just tender and juices become syrupy, about 30 minutes more.
  • Pour syrup from skillet into a small heatproof bowl, then sauté apples, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and very tender, about 30 minutes more. Return syrup to apples and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Make cake while apples cook:
  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices in a bowl.
  • Beat together butter and brown sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until pale and fluffy. Beat in egg until combined. Add maple syrup, sour cream, and vanilla and beat until combined well. Reduce speed to low and add flour mixture, then mix until just incorporated.
  • Spread batter in cake pan and bake until cake is golden brown and a wooden pick or skewer inserted in center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool in pan on a rack 10 minutes.
  • Make cream just before serving:
  • Beat cream with sour cream and sugar using cleaned beaters at high speed until it just holds soft peaks.
  • To serve:
  • Run a thin knife around edge of pan, then invert cake onto a plate and cut into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature, topped with warm apple mixture and cream.

CORIANDER PORK CHOPS WITH SAUTEED APPLES AND CARAMELIZED ONIONS



Coriander Pork Chops With Sauteed Apples and Caramelized Onions image

Great blend of flavors. I've served this many times and always get rave reviews. ENJOY! A friend who I gave this recipe to likes the Coriander crust so much she doubles that part of the recipe. As always adjust quantities to your families preferences. (Things are happening simultaneously - time from start of meal to finish is 45 minutes)

Provided by BayLeigh Ann

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup oil
2 medium yellow onions, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 cups rome apples, sliced into wedges
2 tablespoons coriander seeds, crushed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
4 pieces boneless pork chops

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Caramelize the onions by melting 1 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp oil over medium-low heat- Add onions and cook until browned- They will get soft and translucent first but keep cooking- This can take 30 minutes or so- Add 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper- Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Saute apples by melting remaining butter in a large skillet over medium high heat- Add apples and cook until lightly browned on one side- Turn over and continue until browned- Remove from heat and keep warm.
  • Combine the coriander, cumin, mustard, honey and 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper in a small bowl.
  • Heat remaining vegetable oil in ovenproof skillet over medium high heat.
  • Spread the spice mixture over the pork chops and place them in the hot pan.
  • Sear pork chops for two minutes on each side and transfer to oven.
  • Continue to cook until done 5-7 minutes.
  • Serve with sauteed apples and caramelized onions.

GRILLED PORK CHOPS WITH ROASTED APPLES AND STEAMED BRUSSELS SPROUTS IN CARAMELIZED ONIONS



Grilled Pork Chops with Roasted Apples and Steamed Brussels Sprouts in Caramelized Onions image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

4 (1 1/2-inch) thick pork chops
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon sesame seed oil
1 tablespoon dried herbs (blend of dried and ground oregano, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, and basil, recommended: Daddy's)
4 Granny Smith apples, quartered
1 1/2 sticks butter, melted and slightly browned
1/4 cup ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons ground nutmeg
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts
3 cups water
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, sliced thin
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried herbs (blend of dried and ground oregano, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, and basil, recommended: Daddy's)
1 teaspoon paprika
2 chicken bullion cubes
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Pork Chops:
  • Wash and season the chops with salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, coriander, olive oil, sesame seed oil, and dried herbs. Marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours or up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Remove chops from marinade and place on the preheated grill. Grill chops on both sides for about 2 minutes each side. Transfer to an ovenproof dish and place in the oven until done. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Apples:
  • Raise oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the apples in a large bowl and add half of the butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar. Mix well and let sit for 20 minutes.
  • Place apples on a greased baking sheet and pour the remaining butter over the apples. Put in the oven and roast until caramelized and fork tender. When serving, pour the juices over the apples.
  • Brussels Sprouts:
  • Cut ends off Brussels sprouts and wash them. In a pasta pot with insert bring the water to a boil. Add Brussels sprouts, cover, and steam for 7 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Add the onions and saute until caramelized. Add the Brussels sprouts, onion powder, garlic powder, dried herbs, paprika, and bouillon cubes, crushing the cubes to combine with the onion mixture. Saute Brussels sprouts until browned. Lower heat, cover and simmer until Brussels sprouts are fork tender. Serve with pork chops and apples.

CARAMELIZED ONION TARTS WITH APPLES



Caramelized Onion Tarts With Apples image

Make and share this Caramelized Onion Tarts With Apples recipe from Food.com.

Provided by stefanielutz

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 tarts

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, sliced
2 red apples, cut into small pieces (such as Braeburn or Gala)
kosher salt and black pepper
2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed (from a 17.3-ounce package)
1/2 cup creme fraiche or 1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400º F. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Stir in the apples, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper and cook until just tender, 2 minutes.
  • Place each sheet of pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet and prick all over with a fork. Spread with the crème fraîche, leaving a ½-inch border. Top with the onion mixture and bake until the pastry is crisp and browned, 30 to 35 minutes. Cut into pieces before serving.

PORK CHOPS AND CARAMELIZED APPLES RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Pork Chops and Caramelized Apples Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by msippigrl

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 center cut bone-in pork chops (1/2" thick)
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/3 cup dark brown sugar, packed
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 pinches of salt
1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons salted butter
3 medium Honeycrisp apples, peeled, cored and sliced

Steps:

  • *Preheat oven to 400° F. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brush pork chops lightly with oil then season with a little salt and black pepper and place in hot skillet. Cook for 3 - 4 minutes on each side, until pork has a nice golden crust. Transfer to a baking pan and bake about 20 minutes, or until chops are done. Meanwhile, in a small mixing bowl, stir together the brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt and pepper. Set aside. Melt butter in a medium skillet (that has a cover) then stir in the apples and brown sugar mixture. Cover the skillet and cook until apples are crisp tender. (I checked with a toothpick.) Remove apples from the syrup with a slotted spoon. Continue cooking the syrup in skillet, uncovered, until thickened somewhat. Arrange the apples over the cooked pork chops then spoon the syrup over apples and chops. NOTE: *I finished the pork chops on the stovetop instead of baking them. After searing them on both sides in the hot skillet, I reduced the heat, covered the skillet, and cooked until they were done.

WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES WITH GINGER AND CARAMELIZED APPLES



Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Ginger and Caramelized Apples image

Silky pureed sweet potatoes get fruity notes from applesauce and hints of heat from freshly grated ginger. A topping of caramelized diced apples makes a beautiful presentation, but also works wonderfully with the flavor of the sweet mash -- so well that nobody will miss the standard mini marshmallows.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large sweet potatoes, pierced with the tines of a fork
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 cup applesauce, preferably homemade
2 teaspoons grated fresh peeled ginger
1 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 apples (1 pound), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Arrange potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake until tender, 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes. Remove from oven; let stand until cool enough to handle.
  • Cut each potato lengthwise. Scoop flesh into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; discard skins. Add 2 tablespoons butter and the cream; mix on medium speed until smooth. Mix in applesauce and ginger; season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer potato mixture to an ovenproof dish. Bake until heated through, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss apples with sugar in a bowl. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add apple mixture; cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are golden and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove potato mixture from oven; top with caramelized apples, and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Apples: For caramelizing, firm and tart apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn are ideal. They hold their shape well and their natural tartness pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the caramel.
  • Slice Apples Uniformly: Consistent slicing ensures even caramelization. Cut the apples into uniform wedges or slices so they caramelize at the same rate.
  • Use Unsalted Butter: Unsalted butter gives you control over the saltiness of the dish. You can adjust the salt to your taste preference.
  • Don't Crowd the Pan: Overcrowding the pan will prevent the apples from caramelizing properly. Work in batches if necessary to ensure each apple slice has enough space.
  • Cook Over Medium Heat: Medium heat allows the apples to caramelize slowly and evenly. High heat can burn the apples before they have a chance to caramelize.
  • Stir Occasionally: Stirring the apples occasionally helps them caramelize evenly and prevents them from sticking to the pan.
  • Add Sugar Gradually: Adding sugar gradually helps prevent the apples from burning. Start with a small amount and add more as needed.
  • Use a Non-Stick Pan: A non-stick pan makes it easier to stir the apples without them sticking. It also helps prevent burning.
  • Deglaze the Pan: After removing the apples from the pan, deglaze it with a splash of water or apple cider to dissolve any remaining caramelized bits. This adds extra flavor to your dish.

Conclusion:

Caramelized apples are a versatile and delicious treat that can be enjoyed on their own, as a topping for desserts, or as an ingredient in savory dishes. With the right technique and a few simple ingredients, you can easily create perfectly caramelized apples at home. Whether you prefer them soft and tender or slightly crispy, there's a recipe in this article that will suit your taste. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack or a special addition to your next meal, give caramelized apples a try.

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