Poached Apple Halves

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 4

Poached apple halves offer a warm, comforting dessert with tender fruit infused with subtle cinnamon and sweet syrup. Perfect for cozy evenings or elegant dinner parties, this simple dish highlights the natural sweetness of apples with aromatic spice, appealing to fruit lovers and those seeking a light, flavorful treat.

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Ingredients

  • 2-4 apples (Jonathan or Spys preferred)
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 3 cups water

Instructions

  1. In a shallow stainless steel pan, make a thin syrup by combining 1 cup sugar, 3 cups water, and a few pieces of cinnamon stick.
  2. Bring the syrup to a gentle simmer until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. Core and halve the apples (Jonathan or Spys preferred).
  4. Place the apple halves in the syrup and poach gently until tender, about 10-15 minutes.
  5. Remove the apples and serve warm or chilled, drizzled with the syrup.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

221 kcal 11% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.1g 2% DV
Total Fat 6.7g 9% DV
Carbs 40g 15% DV
Fiber 0.4g 1% DV
Sugar 33.8g 68% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 77.5mg 3% DV
Potassium 51.3mg 1% DV
Cholesterol 1.3mg

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.7mg 11% DV
Calcium 48mg 4% DV
Iron 0.4mg 2% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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