Description
Baked Cinnamon Apples are a warm, comforting dessert that perfectly captures the essence of fall. With their tender, sweet apple slices combined with fragrant spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Whether youโre serving them warm as a cozy treat or pairing them with vanilla yogurt for breakfast, these baked apples offer versatility and deliciousness in every bite. Simple ingredients come together to create a syrupy goodness that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
- 3 large apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- ยผ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 ยฝ tablespoons cinnamon
- ยฝ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 ยฝ tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons butter (or vegan alternative)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) and grease a medium baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine apple slices with brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and lemon juice; toss until well coated.
- Transfer the apple mixture to the baking dish and evenly distribute butter cubes on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30-40 minutes until the apples are tender.
- Remove from oven, stir gently to coat the apples in their juices, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use firm apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best results. Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of brown sugar based on your taste preference. For added texture, sprinkle granola or nuts on top before serving.