Description
Baked Cinnamon Apples are a warm, comforting dessert that captures the essence of fall with each delicious bite. This delightful recipe features sweet apples infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. Easy to prepare, these baked apples make an excellent treat for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzle with caramel sauce for an indulgent experience. With wholesome ingredients and simple preparation, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 ½ tablespoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons butter (or vegan butter)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a medium baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine apple slices, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and lemon juice. Toss until evenly coated.
- Pour the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish and scatter butter cubes on top. Cover with foil and bake for 30-40 minutes.
- Once baked, stir the apples to coat them in juices before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg