Honey I Shrunk the Apple

Experience the magic of "Honey I Shrunk the Apple," a whimsical dessert that transforms wholesome apples into caramelized bite-sized treasures. This quick and easy recipe features tender apple spheres bathed in a luscious honey-butter glaze, infused with warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, it’s a perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication. Serve these golden apple bites on their own, or elevate them with crunchy toasted pecans, granola, or a dollop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat. Ideal for cozy gatherings or weeknight indulgence, this recipe is proof that big flavors can come in small packages. Add a touch of fall-inspired flavor to your dessert lineup with this crowd-pleasing dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 pieces Apples (medium-sized, firm variety like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 0.25 cups Honey
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Optional: chopped toasted pecans or granola for topping

Directions

Step 1

Peel the apples and use a melon baller to scoop out small apple balls. Avoid the core and seeds.

Step 2

In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and water to the skillet. Stir until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble slightly.

Step 4

Add the apple balls to the skillet and gently stir to coat them in the honey mixture.

Step 5

Cook the apple balls for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still hold their shape and the honey mixture has thickened.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract toward the end of the cooking process.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and allow the apple balls to cool slightly.

Step 8

Serve warm as-is, or top with chopped toasted pecans or granola for added crunch. They can also be used as a topping for vanilla ice cream or yogurt.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	696.2 grams (696.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	785

Total Fat 35.20g	45%
Saturated Fat 15.10g	76%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 15mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 128.80g	47%
Dietary Fiber 15.40g	55%
Total Sugars 107.10g
Protein 3.60g	7%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 69mg	5%
Iron 1mg	8%
Potassium 708mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.4%

Protein: 1.7%

Carbs: 60.9%