Spiced Brown-Butter Apples

Step 1: Brown the Butter

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, swirling the pan occasionally, until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 2: Cook the Apples

Add the sliced apples to the skillet and stir to coat them in the brown butter. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples start to soften.

Sprinkle the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt over the apples. Stir to combine and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, until the apples are tender and caramelized.

Step 3: Add the Finishing Touches

Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, then remove the skillet from the heat.

Serve the spiced brown-butter apples warm, either on their own or as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, or oatmeal.