warm apple pancake topping

Pancake

Warm Apple Pancake Topping

In this healthy, warm fruit pancake topping recipe, apples are simmered with brown sugar, apple cider and a touch of vanilla extract to make this healthy alternative to maple syrup. This recipe is also fantastic when made with pears.

Ingredients

1 cup apple cider plus 2 tablespoons, divided
¼ cup packed brown sugar
3 large apples, peeled and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons cornstarch
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Bring 1 cup cider and brown sugar to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add apples, bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the apples are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Combine the remaining 2 tablespoons cider and cornstarch in a small bowl. Stir into the apples and cook, stirring, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.