Forget Applesauce Serve Apples
Elevate your apple game with "Forget Applesauce Serve Apples," a baked apple recipe that transforms humble slices into a warm, spiced masterpiece. Featuring firm apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith, this dish is coated in a luscious blend of melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then roasted to tender perfection. A splash of vanilla and lemon juice enhances the natural flavor of the fruit, while optional pecans add a delightful crunch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile dish shines as a cozy dessert or a sweet-savory side for roasted meats. Perfect for fall gatherings or any time you want to celebrate the rich, vibrant flavors of baked apples, this recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Apples (firm varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash and core the apples, then slice them into thin wedges, approximately 1/4-inch thick.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the apple slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt until a smooth, aromatic mixture forms.
Pour the buttery spice mixture over the apples in the mixing bowl. Toss the apples gently to ensure they are evenly coated.
Transfer the coated apple slices to a baking dish, spreading them out in an even layer.
If using, sprinkle the chopped pecans over the apples for added texture and flavor.
Bake the apples in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are tender but not mushy.
Remove the dish from the oven and let the apples cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the roasted apples warm as a side dish, dessert topping, or alongside roasted meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.7 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 276 mg | 6% | |
*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.
