Microwave Cinnamon Apples: A Quick Snack
Sneak Peek: Microwave Cinnamon Apples are a fast, easy snack that can be made in just five minutes. Toss apples in a microwave-safe bowl, set the timer for 2-3 minutes, and you’re ready to eat!
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What crazy thing do you eat when you crave something sweet but have no obvious desserts in the house?
One of my sisters confessed to eating dry cake mix. She made sure we knew that was a l-o-o-o-o-n-g time ago. Doesn’t that make any confession easier when everybody understands it is ancient history?
Five Ways To Use This Fruity Recipe
- Perfect for a quick snack, especially in the fall and winter
- Good with pita chips or oatmeal
- Spoon them on top of ice cream or yogurt (my favorite since I make Greek yogurt weekly)
- Make an “Apple Bueno” or a cinnamon-apple burrito
- Try this popular apple-cinnamon bread machine recipe
Happy Cooks Speak Up:
“Thank you for a quick and easy snack. I needed a light dessert to satisfy my husband’s sweet tooth after dinner. This was perfect. A dollop of light whipped topping (instead of ice cream) finished it off perfectly. I can’t wait to try it with pears!” —SUSIE
Recipe Inspiration
One night, my sister and I had a late-night hunger attack.
A co-worker had mentioned microwaving apples for a quick oatmeal or ice cream topping. It reminded me of the Apple Buenos we used to love at Taco Bueno, so I gave it a try—instant favorite! I bet you’ll love it too.
Addendum 6/6/2024: I have updated the instructions to use a microwave-safe bowl instead of a plastic bag for cooking the apples. This method is equally simple and delicious, and it avoids any concerns about using plastic in the microwave.
How To Microwave Cinnamon Apples (a single serving)
The exact time will vary according to the power output of your microwave, the size of your apple, and the type of apple you use.
As promised…
How Do I Make an “Apple Bueno?”
Follow the recipe below to cook the microwaved apples with cinnamon. On a flat plate, spread fried flour tortilla chips (also seasoned with cinnamon) in a single layer. Pour cooked apples over all the chips and eat like nachos.
How do I make a Cinnamon Apple Burrito?
For the best burrito, use a freshly made flour tortilla (we like the Tortilla Land tortillas that you cook yourself). You can even make your own (this homemade flour tortilla recipe is my go-to).
After cooking the apples, spoon them over the tortilla. This recipe should fill at least two tortillas, giving you a treat that’s like apple pie without the crust, sugar, or butter.
Another Idea for Using Using Microwaved Cinnamon Apples
Parting Thoughts: I was just thinking..🤔…if you like the convenience of a microwave, you’ve got to try my 3-ingredient microwave pumpkin butter—it’s ready in just 5 minutes! You’ll love it!
Even if you keep your snack habits secret, I hope you’ll share this quick and easy Microwave Apples and Cinnamon recipe!
Looking for More Quick Snacks?
- Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt
- How To Make Microwave Brownies
- 5-Ingredient Greek Yogurt Waffles–Use these apples in the recipe or pour the apples over the top of warm waffles. Top with homemade creme fraiche.
If you have questions or suggestions, email me privately for a quick answer: Paula at saladinajar.com. Hope to see you again soon! Paula
Microwave Apples with Cinnamon
Ingredients
- 1 small to medium-sized apple
- 1 packet of sweetener or a teaspoon of sugar I like Stevia
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Peel or don’t peel 1 small to medium-sized apple, core and slice or dice. Place in a microwave-safe bowl along with 1 packet of sweetener or a teaspoon of sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon water.
- Stir to mix the ingredients. Cover loosely.
- Microwave on High for 2 minutes– longer if you use a big apple.
- Carefully uncover the bowl (it will be HOT and steamy) and pour the cooked apples over plain or cinnamon-sugar pita chips, flour tortilla chips, oatmeal, or ice cream.
Notes
Nutrition
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Paula Rhodes, owner
As a retired home economist, I created Saladinajar.com to share my belief that you don’t have to be a chef to find joy in creating homemade food worth sharing. Bread machines (used in an unconventional way), homemade yogurt, and quick microwave recipes are my specialty.