Spiced Apple Wedges with Caramel Sauce and Vanilla

Name: Spiced Apple Wedges with Caramel Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 whole cloves; 2 whole star anise; 1 cinnamon stick; 1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 4 large Golden Delicious apples (about 2 pounds), peeled, cored, each cut into 8 wedges; 1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar; 1/2 cup apple cider; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted; 1/4 cup whipping cream; Vanilla ice cream

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400F.
2
Finely grind first 4 ingredients in spice mill or small coffee grinder.
3
Place apples in 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish.
4
Sprinkle spices over apples.
5
Add 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cider and butter.
6
Gently stir to coat apples.
7
Bake apples until tender, stirring occasionally, about 40 minutes.
8
Cool 10 minutes.
9
Reduce oven temperature to 300F.
10
Using slotted spoon, transfer apples to ovenproof bowl and set in oven.
11
Scrape all juices from baking dish into medium saucepan.
12
Mix in cream and remaining 1/4 cup sugar and 1/4 cup cider.
13
Boil until caramel sauce deepens in color and is reduced to 1/2 cup, whisking occasionally, about 5 minutes.
14
Serve apples with ice cream and sauce.

387

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 whole cloves, 2 whole star anise, 1 cinnamon stick, 1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns, and more.

Yes, Spiced Apple Wedges with Caramel Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep frozen in an airtight container for up to 1–2 months. Let it soften for a few minutes before serving.

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Spiced Apple Wedges with Caramel Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream

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Variations & substitutions

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