Easiest side dish slash snack ever… only 3 ingredients:
A few apples, cut into big chunks.
Then doused in cinnamon.
And finished off with some red apple balsamic.
Then served warm so one can devour in peace… possibly with some ice cream. And nuts. Someone save me from death by almond.
Chunky Cinnamon Balsamic Apples
serves 4-6
4 large apples, peeled and chopped into 1 1/2-inch chunks
1 tablespoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (I used red apple balsamic, I also think cinnamon pear would be delicious!)
Heat a skillet on medium-low heat. Peel and chop apples, then toss with cinnamon. You can also add a pinch of salt to bring out the sweetness if you’d like. Add to skillet and let caramelized for a full 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Once soft and caramelized, add balsamic and stir. Serve hot with ice cream, yogurt, oatmeal, or as a side dish.
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Check ‘em out so you can share in my vinegar love.
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I love that this is so easy to make! I’ve never had Fustini’s. Will check it out for sure!
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those vinegars sound amazing and the apples look delicious
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YUM YUM YUM!!!
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Most people think its weird to prepare fruits with vinegar, but its really good! Have you ever tried strawberries and balsamic?
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Jessica — November 20th, 2010 @ 4:46 pm
Yes! Love it.
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i’m not taking responsibility for the death by nuts :)
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I love warm apples, but have never served them up with Balsamic Vinegar. I can’t wait to try this out!
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Yum, these look amazing and easy! I love all the fun vigegars. Do you know how much the discount is and how long the offer lasts? I may do some Christmas shopping online. Thanks!
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Jessica — November 20th, 2010 @ 4:45 pm
The discount is 10% and I am pretty sure it goes until Dec 4th or 5th.
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I looove any sort of seasoned apples but I have never tried balsamic on them!
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Love apples and cinnamon!! Will be making this in the near future. Heck, I think I’ve said that of every recipe that I’ve read on this blog!!!! It all looks sooooo good, and if I end up having to buy a whole new wardrobe due to weight gain, I’m blaming these recipes! =D
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Jessica — November 20th, 2010 @ 4:45 pm
I’ll take full responsibility!
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There is such a thing as red apple balsamic!? I gotta jump on that train. shoot.
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Jessica — November 20th, 2010 @ 4:54 pm
There is and it is SO good. You must try!
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Yes, please! On some dairy free ice cream!
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Jessica — November 20th, 2010 @ 4:54 pm
Oh my gosh… how good would these be with coconut ice cream?! Now you’ve got my wheels spinning.
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Sarena (The Non Dairy Queen) — November 20th, 2010 @ 5:08 pm
So, have you noticed once you start, you can’t stop? Being home all day makes me crazy with ideas that don’t stop! It’s addictive and fun…kind of like crack but better for you!
Jessica — November 20th, 2010 @ 6:33 pm
YES.
I want to protest and say you’re doing more harm than good for my well-being and sanity with all these delicious recipes you brew in your kitchen, but my taste buds just won’t let me ;)
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Looks heavenly – not to mention quick! I have an unrelated question though: how do you make the chocolate look so good on your bonbons, oreo balls, etc.? I’m going to swap my usual peanut butter bonbon recipe this Thanksgiving with your peanut butter and pretzel recipe, I’m really excited to try them out. But whenever I dip mine they look so sloppy! How do you balance getting the chocolate thick enough to cover the dough without leaving a well of chocolate at the bottom where you set them down on wax paper? I’d love to know your secret!!
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Jessica — November 20th, 2010 @ 5:05 pm
This is so funny because I always think mine look terrible! First, I melt chocolate in a double boiler and make sure I have a LOT of it, so I can dip without hitting the bottom or sides of the bowl. Then I dip with 2 forks, so the chocolate can run off back into the bowl. However, many of mine do still look sloppy and still have a well at the bottom – I just choose the prettiest to photograph.
As for “thick” chocolate, I don’t think that is the issue as much as the dough you are using. I freeze every type of “ball” I make for 1-2 hours before dipping, and dip them straight from the freezer. Then immediately after dipping, they go into the freezer to set. Hope this helps!
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Ooooh, these look so good! AND, they are legitimately healthy!!! Yum!
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A seriously delicious and nutritious dessert/snack. Loveit! (Or should I say Lovett?)
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Jessica — November 20th, 2010 @ 6:33 pm
Oh, how I love you.
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oh YAAY ! I didn’t know the coupon was still active; I bought a few things before, and now I want more!!
:D
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Jessica — November 20th, 2010 @ 6:33 pm
Go get some more!
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Um AMAZING with ice cream and caramel sauce…we are making these tonight!
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Jessica — November 20th, 2010 @ 6:32 pm
Caramel… drool.
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Oh my goodness, YUM!!!
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there is really something so magical about fruit and vingar, its that sweet and spicy together and its SO good!
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Those looks like the perfect late night snack!
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Ok this looks like the perfect fall snack!
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Red apple balsamic? I need some of this. Delicious. I want to make this for dessert tonight
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Yum! These apple look splendid!
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I love the simplicity of this one! And I never cook w/ balsalmic…I have a HUGE jar of it. I need to start using it :)
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I need vinegar and oil recommendations! This would make the perfect Christmas present for my mom, but I’m overwhelmed with all of the choices!
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Jessica — November 20th, 2010 @ 9:03 pm
Okay, as much as I love the vanilla and chocolate vinegars, my 2 favorites (as boring as they may seem) would be the peach and cherry. I’ve used both on everything from salads to fish to desserts and always get the best compliments! You also can’t go wrong with their 12 or 18 year Traditional balsamics – to die for!
As for oils, I love the lime oil and blood orange oil. You can make brownies with the orange oil and make seafood dishes or even muffins with the lime. Let me know what you end up getting!
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I love the combo of vinegar + fruit! I’ve used pears before as well, and they are equally delicious!
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Looks yummy! Put this in a pie and call it a night!:)
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I finally found a pear balsamic and well be using very soon. Maybe on apples, maybe on pears. Thanks for the ideas of what to do with it!Keep them coming!
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This sounds really interesting and good. I have some raspberry wine vinegar that I think would go perfect with it!
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So simply and delicious!! Need to buy more balsamic ASAP!
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Yum! Fruit and balsamic go so well together. Such simple preparation for such a pretty side :)
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That looks really good! I’ve never seen apple balsamic vinegar, but I might have to go find some! This recipe looks like a really good simple fall side dish!
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This looks really good! I love appeles!
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Great way to use apples! :)
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yum, this is so simple and looks delicious!
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Oh my word – balsamic vinegar and apples are 2 of my favorite things on earth. What a perfect combo!
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Balsamic and…cinnamon? That seems like a weird combo, but you ensure it’s tasty?
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Jessica — November 22nd, 2010 @ 8:09 pm
Yep, it is delicious. Did it here too: http://www.howsweeteats.com/2010/09/23/roasted-cinnamon-pear-bruschetta/
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Cinnamon Balsamic Apples… That’s all I needed to hear. They look lovely!
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These look incredible! and so simple.
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