Ghee Sautéed Apples (Ayurvedic Style)

I first came across this version of sautéed spiced apples in Kate O'Donnell’s cookbook, and while I’ve been eating cooked apples for years, her spin on it felt like a beautiful refinement—a deepening of a ritual I already loved.

This simple yet deeply nourishing recipe is now a go-to in my Ayurvedic kitchen, especially during cooler months or on mornings when I need something grounding and soul-soothing. The apples are gently cooked in ghee and infused with digestive spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger—creating a warming, sattvic dish that supports agni (digestive fire) without overstimulating the system.

In Ayurveda, cooked fruit—especially when paired with ghee and healing spices—is considered medicine. It’s ideal for Vata, Pitta and Kapha types ( but go easy on the ghee, dear Kaphas), postpartum recovery, or anyone needing a soft, sweet start to the day.

You can serve it on its own as a light breakfast, pair it with a spoonful of seeds or nuts, or enjoy it as a grounding afternoon snack.

Let this dish remind you that food can be simple, sacred, and healing—all at once.