This 3-Ingredient Fall Recipe I Can't Stop Making

If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, I’m definitely covered! My favorite 3-ingredient apple snack is so tasty that I end up having it twice a day. According to the old saying, that means I'm getting double the health benefits from fall’s beloved fruit.

Fall is all about comfort food and drinks. For me, any autumn snack that includes apples is an instant favorite. So when I discovered this easy apple treat, it didn’t take long for me to get completely hooked. It’s so simple, there’s really no excuse not to enjoy it once (or twice) a day.

Cinnamon Apples: My Ultimate Fall Indulgence

If you want your home to smell like a warm apple pie and crave a fall-flavored treat without the hassle of baking an entire dessert, cinnamon apples are exactly what you need.

Cinnamon apples are a simplified version of what you’d find inside an apple cobbler or pie. All it takes is apples cooked in cinnamon and sugar. It may seem basic, but there’s something about the smell of cinnamon that always has me rushing to the kitchen to make them whenever I can.

To make these, you only need an apple, some cinnamon, and honey—ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Over time, I’ve perfected my cinnamon apple process. It’s now an essential part of my daily routine, both in the morning and evening. There are plenty of ways to make this dish, but here’s the method that works best for me:

I begin by chopping an apple into small pieces. I find that smaller pieces get crispier when cooked. Next, I drizzle the apples with honey and cinnamon. If I’m in the mood to get a little fancy, I add a pinch of salt. You could also use brown sugar or white sugar in place of honey, but I prefer the way honey adds a little extra saucy goodness to the apples.

After coating the apples in honey and cinnamon, I cook them in a hot pan until they turn golden brown and crispy. While microwaving is an option for a quicker method, I prefer the way the apples get crispy on the outside and stay soft in the center. There’s just nothing like it.

These apples are so delicious that lately, it feels like my social media feeds have been flooded with cinnamon apple content. It’s comforting to know that I’m not the only one obsessed with this recipe, and it’s great to see cinnamon apples finally getting the attention they deserve.

What to Do With Cinnamon Apples

Cinnamon apples are amazing on their own, but they can also be used in countless ways to elevate other dishes.

I usually enjoy my cinnamon apples with yogurt or oatmeal in the morning. Then, I treat myself to them again in the evening with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert. At this point, I go to bed excited for breakfast and spend my days eagerly awaiting dessert.

Cinnamon apples also make a fantastic apple crisp with a sprinkle of granola on top. For a real treat, drizzle on some caramel sauce and maybe add a dollop of whipped cream. You could even pile these apples onto waffles or pancakes for the ultimate fall breakfast. Honestly, the options are endless.

There are countless ways to take this recipe to the next level. You could add more spices, a bit of butter, or even a splash of lemon. But since I make this recipe so often, I usually stick with the simplest version—and it’s still amazing.

Now that it’s officially autumn, I’m thrilled to indulge in this fall treat as much as I want. The best part is how easy it is to make—the hardest part is just remembering to grab more apples at the store.