Baked Apples Recipe

Bake these amazing Cinnamon Baked Apples slices until tender in coated caramelized sauce! This will be an easy dessert recipe to serve with a scoop of ice cream during the Fall and the holiday season!

These delicious Cinnamon Baked Apples are one of the best desserts during the Fall season! They are slowly baked until tender in an aromatic caramelized sauce and served with a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream.

Like my other apple desserts (Apple Crumb Cake, Old Fashioned Apple Crisp, Classic Apple Pie Recipe, and Apple Coffee Cake Recipe), this recipe is very easy to make. All you need to do is peel and slice the apples, mix them in a baking dish together with a few ingredients, and bake until tender. The best part about this recipe is that your whole house will be filled with the mouthwatering aroma of cinnamon apples, that will make everyone hungry!

baked apples recipe

Method
  1. Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut out holes in apples for stuffing: Rinse and dry the apples. …
  3. Stuff apples, then, dot with butter: Place the brown sugar, cinnamon, currants or chopped raisins, and chopped pecans (if using) in a small bowl and stir to combine. …
  4. Bake until tender:

Cinnamon Baked Apples

baked apples recipe

Bake these amazing Cinnamon Baked Apples slices until tender in coated caramelized sauce! This will be an easy dessert recipe to serve with a scoop of ice cream during the Fall and the holiday season!

Prep: 15min

Total: 55min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 160 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 4 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 5 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 27 g, unSaturated Fat 2 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 5-6 large apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instruction:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Peel, core, slice 5-6 apples, and transfer them to a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. Add 1 tbsp lemon juice, ¼ cup light brown sugar, 1 tbsp granulated sugar, 2 tsp cinnamon, 2 tsp cornstarch, and mix everything together.
  4. Spread evenly and top with sliced 2 tbsp butter.
  5. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10-15 minutes.
  6. When done, take it out of the oven and let sit on the counter for 10 minutes beofre serving.

Easy Cinnamon Baked Apples

baked apples recipe

Easy Cinnamon Baked Apples requiring simple ingredients and 1 bowl, plus naturally sweetened! The perfect grain- and gluten-free plant-based dessert for the holidays and beyond!

Prep: 10min

Total: 70min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 1 servings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 servings, calories 195 kcal, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Protein 0.3 g, Fat 0.2 g, Sodium 15 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 39.7 g

Ingredients:

  • 6-7 medium to large apples
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp coconut oil ((optional))
  • 2/3 cup coconut sugar ((or sub organic cane sugar // sub up to half with stevia to taste*))
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 tsp fresh grated ginger*
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 3 Tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot starch ((for thickening the sauce))
  • 3 Tbsp fresh apple juice or water
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • Coconut Whipped Cream
  • Vanilla Bean Coconut Ice Cream*

Instruction:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (176 C) and set out a 9×13-inch (or similar size) baking dish.
  2. Peel and core apples, quarter, and use a paring knife to thinly slice lengthwise (see photo). The thinner the better! Just try to be consistent so they cook evenly.
  3. Add to baking dish and top with lemon juice, coconut oil (optional), coconut sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cornstarch (or arrowroot), apple juice (or water), and a healthy pinch of salt. Toss to combine. Then loosely cover with foil.
  4. Bake for 45 minutes (covered). Then carefully remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the apples are very fork tender (especially in the center of the dish) and slightly caramelized (see photo).
  5. Enjoy as is or with Coconut Whipped Cream or Vanilla Bean Coconut Ice Cream! Best when fresh, though leftovers keep covered in the refrigerator up to 3-4 days or in the freezer up to 1 month. Reheat in the microwave or in a 350-degree F (176 C) oven (covered) until warmed through. Add a bit of water if the “caramel” sauce is too thick.

EASY Baked Apples Recipe

FAQ

What apples are best for baked apples?

For the best pies, crisps, and other baked treats, apples need to be firm enough to hold their own during the cooking process. We call these apples “baking apples” and to namedrop, they include Braeburn, Cortland, Honey Gold, Jonathan, Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith, Haralson, and Newtown Pippin.

How long to bake apple slices in oven?

Whole apples take longer to be cooked through (30-40 minutes), but sliced apples are ready fast – all they need are 20 minutes in a 400°F oven.

What is the best method for cooking apple?

Baking: This is the go-to cooking method for apples, and that’s because the end result is usually a sweet treat like apple pie or apple crisp. The dry heat used in baking keeps moisture locked in which is ideal when it comes to maintain the apple’s juiciness.

Should I peel apples before roasting?

It is also necessary to prevent the apples from turning brown for some recipes. When making Baked Apples you may only need to core the apples, but if you are making Apple Pie or Apple Crisp you will need to peel, core, and slice the apples.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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