Welcome back, readers! The fall season is in full swing and the weather is finally starting to cool off for the year. I, for one, am excited to be able to wear my comfy sweatshirts and flannels and look outside to see the beautiful autumn colors. It’s a perfect opportunity to cozy up with some warm, feel-good foods like these microwave cinnamon apples!
To start, prepare your ingredients. You’ll need a fairly large green apple, ground cinnamon, butter, white sugar and any toppings you want to add. I sprinkled some granola on top of mine, but whipped cream, vanilla ice cream or anything else that could add a bit of extra sweetness are great ideas. Most of these can be found in the Marketplace, making this a campus-friendly recipe!
I recommend peeling the apple before cutting it, since the skin doesn’t get completely soft in the microwave. If that doesn’t bother you, skip straight to the next step by cutting the apple into bite-sized pieces. Place them into a microwave safe bowl. The apple pieces cook down, so don’t worry if the bowl seems a bit too full.
Next, cut two tablespoons of butter into small pieces and spread them relatively evenly over the apples. Add about a tablespoon of cinnamon and a teaspoon of sugar. The amount of cinnamon and sugar can be adjusted based on your taste and the size of the apple used.
If you would prefer the apples to retain some firmness, set the microwave to about two minutes. If you want them a bit softer, set it closer to three minutes. Once it’s done cooking, stir the apples until they are evenly coated with the melted cinnamon and sugar mixture. Let the apples cool for a minute, since they’re hot right out of the microwave. Then add any desired toppings and enjoy!
My mom makes incredible apple pies, but since I’ve been living on campus, I haven’t been able to enjoy her treats as often. We tried this recipe together over fall break and both thought it had just the right amount of seasonal flair. The taste and consistency is just like the filling of an apple pie and it’s a suitable alternative when away from home. Topping it with granola gave the dessert the nice crunch that it was missing without the crust an actual apple pie would have.
This simple recipe is a great way to remember the comforting taste of a homemade pie to help you power through the second half of the semester. Give it a try or make some for a friend!
