*You can use any apple variety. If serving these for company as a dessert it is best to choose a firm apple variety like Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious, Gala, or Granny Smith. A softer apple might fall apart more easily.

1. If using fresh apples, cut them into quarters, remove the core, then slice thinly. 
2. Preheat a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. *If you’re using frozen apple slices they will let out quite a bit of water as they cook so there’s no need for the butter. 
3. If using butter, once it starts to sizzle add the apple slices to the skillet and stir. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until nice and softened. If using frozen apple slices you can drain the liquid that is released if you’d like; but I like to keep it saucy. *If your skillet has a lid you can cover the apples to speed up the cooking time, stirring occasionally.
4. Sprinkle the cinnamon over the apples and stir until they are nicely coated. Drizzle the maple syrup and cook, stirring, for another minute or so.
5. Remove from heat and serve immediately. They are perfect on oatmeal, pancakes, desserts, or with a scoop of ice cream!