Description
Apple Pie Salsa is a delightful fusion of classic apple pie flavors transformed into a fresh and fruity dip. This unique recipe features sweet apples, warm cinnamon, and a hint of lemon juice, creating a delicious treat perfect for gatherings, cozy family nights, or as an indulgent dessert. Pair it with homemade cinnamon sugar chips for a crunchy contrast that will have everyone coming back for more. Whether you serve it warm over vanilla ice cream or chilled with yogurt, this versatile salsa shines during autumn festivities or any time you crave something sweet.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 cup water
- 3 large apples (peeled and chopped)
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and water. Stir in the chopped apples.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until boiling. Reduce to low and simmer until apples are tender (about 10 minutes).
- Remove 1/2 cup of the liquid from the pan and mix with cornstarch in a bowl until smooth. Return to the saucepan.
- Cook on low heat while stirring until thickened.
- Serve warm with cinnamon sugar chips or over ice cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use fresh, ripe apples for optimal flavor; varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp work well. Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of sugar to your taste. For added depth, try experimenting with spices like nutmeg or allspice.