These delicious, cinnamon scented apples are cooked on the stove top and make a great topping to my granola. Save some of the cooking liquid to use the next time you make oatmeal!
3lbsof firm applesJohnathan or Honeycrisp peeled, cored and diced
1-2cinnamon sticks
Squeeze of lemon juice from ½ a lemon
A splash of apple cider if you have some
2cupsof water
Instructions
Peel, core and dice the apples
Place them in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover them. Add 1-2 cinnamon sticks depending on whether you want a subtle or prominent cinnamon flavor.
Add the lemon juice and apple cider (if you have some).
Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Once the liquid comes to a boil, turn the heat down to medium low and allow the apples to simmer until they’re just cooked and still hold their shape.
If you prefer the apples to break apart, you can cook them longer.
Remove the apples from the liquid and allow them to cool.
Keep the cooking liquid and use it for cooking oatmeal.