Butter Baked Apples
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these irresistibly tender Butter Baked Apples! This classic dessert features firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, hollowed out and filled with a luscious mixture of brown sugar, warm cinnamon, and optional add-ins like chopped nuts and raisins for added texture. A pat of butter melts over the top as the apples bake in a water bath, creating a lightly caramelized glaze while keeping them perfectly moist. With only 15 minutes of prep and a hint of vanilla for extra depth, these baked apples are a perfect balance of simplicity and decadence. Serve them fresh from the oven with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an unforgettable treat. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or anytime you crave a warming, wholesome dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Apples (firm variety such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Raisins (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash and core the apples, being careful not to cut all the way through the bottom. You want to create a hollow center for the filling while keeping the base intact.
Using a small knife or melon baller, widen the cored area slightly to make room for the filling.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), chopped nuts (if using), raisins (if using), and vanilla extract.
Place the hollowed apples in a baking dish. Spoon the filling mixture into each apple cavity, packing it down gently.
Top each apple with 1 tablespoon of butter, placing it over the filling.
Pour the cup of water into the baking dish around the apples to help steam them as they bake.
Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the apples are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Remove the apples from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm on their own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1128 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.5 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.4 g | 147% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.2 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 122.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1130 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
