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    Published: Oct 6, 2020 · Modified: Sep 29, 2021 by Pam

    Grilled Apples for Sides or Dessert

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    Grilled apples are super versatile and easy. Serve them unadorned as a simple side dish, or topped with a cinnamon glaze and ice cream for dessert. Crunchy granola turns them into a unique brunch dish that will bring on the compliments.

    grilled apples topped with granola

    Grilled apples are perfect in the fall

    The weather is beautiful in the fall and we are cooking outdoors at least as much as we do in the summer. Our grills are going strong with burgers and wings for tailgate parties, smoked ham on the Big Green Egg for the holidays, and pork tenderloin or grilled chuck roast for any day of the week.

    While you’ve got that meat and skillet potatoes on one side of the grill why not add some apples? It’s apple season after all, and they’re ripe, beautiful and abundant.

    We make these grilled apples very similar to our grilled peaches, which are a summer favorite, of course.

    grilled apples

    What apples are best for grilling?

    Choose any firm apple that you would use in a pie or any other type of recipe where they get cooked, but need to hold their shape. Our go-to cooking apple is the Granny Smith variety, but we also love the Honey Crisp variety and have grilled both.

    They both hold up well and have a taste that is balanced perfectly by some brown sugar and cinnamon. Jonathon apples or Braeburn would all be excellent choices as well.

    apples on board for grilling

    How to prepare apples for grilling

    Naturally you’ll want to thoroughly wash the apples. Then I like to slice them in about ½ inch slices. You should get about 3-4 slices out of a good sized apple.

    As you slice toss them in a shallow baking dish that you’ve added water and lemon juice to. About 3 Tablespoons of lemon juice is good for a pan of water. This will prevent the sliced apples from browning.

    Then take them out and core each slice. Drop back into the lemon water until ready to cook.

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    This is the type of apple corer I use and you can order one here. You could core the whole apple before slicing, but I think it’s easier to do them a slice at the time.

    Right before grilling brush the slices with a little oil. Use an oil that tolerates higher heat without burning, like pecan oil or canola oil. This is especially important if your grill is pretty hot for something you’ll cook fast like burgers.

    Now get creative according to how you want to serve them

    If the grilled apples will be a side dish (perfect with pork or chicken) they really need absolutely nothing.

    We’ve given you a simple brown sugar, butter and cinnamon recipe that can be brushed on when they’re almost done. It’s perfect if your grilled apples will become dessert. Make them even better by topping with some good quality vanilla ice cream.

    grilled apples with ice cream

    You can go with or without the cinnamon mixture if your plan revolves around breakfast or brunch. Again, they would be amazing without anything added, but a crunchy granola sprinkle is an idea everyone will love.

    rows of grilled apples with granola and cinnamon sticks

    Grilled Apples for Sides or Dessert

    Simple grilled apple slices can be dressed up with a cinnamon and brown sugar glaze or left unadorned.
    5 from 9 votes
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    Ingredients
      

    • 3 apples cored and cut into ½ inch slices
    • 2-3 Tablespoons lemon juice
    • 2 Tablespoons oil pecan or canola oil
    • 2 Tablespoons honey
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ⅓ cup brown sugar
    • 1 Tablespoon butter

    Instructions
     

    • Stir the lemon juice into 3-4 cups of water in a shallow baking pan. Place the apples slices in the lemon water, making sure to cover the slices.
    • When ready to cook remove apple slices and pat dry, then brush with oil.
    • Combine butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and honey and heat over medium low heat until butter is melted.
    • Grill apple slices over medium heat 4-6 minutes on one side.
    • Turn apple slices and brush with brown sugar mixture if desired.
    • Cook additional 2 minutes or until apples are tender.
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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    Categories: Desserts Tags: Breakfast, dessert, sides

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    1. Jess says

      October 06, 2020 at 9:45 am

      5 stars
      These grilled apples are perfect with a scoop of ice cream on top! Perfect Fall dessert and so easy!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        October 06, 2020 at 9:53 am

        So happy you loved them. Thanks, Jess!

        Reply
    2. Beth says

      October 06, 2020 at 10:25 am

      5 stars
      This is such a great idea! I haven’t grilled apples yet. Can’t wait to give it a try!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        October 06, 2020 at 11:23 am

        Hope you enjoy!

        Reply
    3. Jenn says

      October 06, 2020 at 10:28 am

      5 stars
      I’ve never grilled apples before, but the idea of warm, grilled apples with ice cream on top has me in danger of drooling on my keyboard! Making this recipe this weekend for sure!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        October 06, 2020 at 11:23 am

        So happy to hear it. Thanks, Jenn!

        Reply
    4. Laura Tobin says

      October 06, 2020 at 11:19 am

      5 stars
      I was looking for something different to do with apples as I have plenty in my tree this year. This is perfect, never tried before. I will now

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      • Pam says

        October 06, 2020 at 11:22 am

        Awesome timing!

        Reply
    5. Angela says

      October 06, 2020 at 11:33 am

      5 stars
      A great fall dessert. Easy to prepare and a crowd pleaser!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        October 07, 2020 at 8:58 am

        Thanks, Angela!

        Reply
    6. Lindsay says

      August 25, 2021 at 11:27 am

      5 stars
      Yum! Apples are just so delicious when cooked, but I hadn’t tried grilling them before. This was a perfect side dish for some pork chops.

      Reply
      • Pam says

        August 25, 2021 at 12:02 pm

        Yay! Thanks for stopping by to let us know Lindsay!

        Reply
    7. Angela says

      August 25, 2021 at 12:57 pm

      5 stars
      I love the flavor that the grill gives to these apples! Delicious!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        August 25, 2021 at 1:06 pm

        Thank you for taking the time to star rate the recipe, Angela. We really appreciate it.

        Reply
    8. kushigalu says

      August 25, 2021 at 12:58 pm

      5 stars
      Grilled apples are just so delicious. I can eat it just like that. Yum

      Reply
      • Pam says

        August 25, 2021 at 1:06 pm

        Us, too. Thanks!

        Reply
    9. Tara says

      August 25, 2021 at 1:45 pm

      5 stars
      Oh wow! These apples look so good. Love those grill marks. They sound amazing with a cinnamon glaze and ice cream.

      Reply

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