Grilled Cinnamon Apples

Grilled Cinnamon Apples

🍎 Grilled Cinnamon Apples
(Warm, tender, and caramelized — the perfect grilled treat!)

Grilled cinnamon apples are a simple yet delicious dessert (or side) that brings out the natural sweetness of apples with a touch of smoky caramel flavor. The combination of brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon creates a glaze that turns golden and sticky as it grills. Great on its own or topped with ice cream!

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🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes

🍽️ Serves: 4

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🍎 Ingredients

• 4 firm apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, Gala, or Granny Smith)

• 2 tbsp melted butter

• 2 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional for extra sweetness)

• ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Optional toppings:

• Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream

• Crushed pecans or granola

• Caramel drizzle

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🔥 Instructions

1. Preheat the Grill:

   • Heat your grill to medium heat (around 350°F / 175°C).

   • Lightly oil the grates or use a grill pan for easier handling.

2. Prepare the Apples:

   • Wash, core, and slice apples into ½-inch thick rings or wedges.

   • (If grilling directly on grates, leave the skin on to help them hold shape.)

3. Make the Glaze:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, honey, vanilla, and nutmeg.

4. Coat the Apples:

   • Brush both sides of each apple slice generously with the glaze.

5. Grill the Apples:

   • Place slices on the grill (cut side down).

   • Grill 3–5 minutes per side, until tender and lightly charred, brushing with extra glaze as they cook.

6. Serve Warm:

   • Transfer to a serving plate.

   • Drizzle with remaining glaze and top with ice cream, whipped cream, nuts, or caramel.

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🍯 Variations

• Foil Packets:
  Place apple slices, glaze, and a sprinkle of oats or nuts in foil. Seal and grill for 10–12 minutes — easy cleanup and extra juicy!

• Stuffed Apples:
  Core whole apples, fill with brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, and raisins, wrap in foil, and grill 15–20 minutes until tender.

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🌿 Tips for Perfect Grilled Apples

✅ Choose firm apples so they don’t fall apart when grilled.
✅ Don’t overcook — you want them soft but not mushy.
✅ Add a pinch of sea salt to the glaze for balance.
✅ For extra smoky flavor, add applewood chips to the grill.

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🍨 Serving Ideas

• Over vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt

• On pancakes, waffles, or oatmeal

• With grilled pork chops or chicken for a sweet-savory pairing

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Another nice grilled fruit recipe to try !
Grilled Fruit Recipe Ingredients:

* 2 apples, cored and cut into 1/4 inch slices
* 1/2 cup water
* 1/4 cup lemon juice
* 2 tablespoons brown sugar
* 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Grilled Fruit Recipe Instructions:
Preheat grill for medium heat. Combine water and lemon juice in a large bowl. Add apple slices to mixture. In a small bowl combine cinnamon and sugar. Place apples on grill rack and allow to cook for 6-8 minutes on each side, turning once.
Once cooked, place apples on a large dish and sprinkle with sugar mixture. The grilled fruit recipe is ready to serve..enjoy it !

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