Hot Baked Cinnamon Apples
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Hot Baked Cinnamon Apples, a simple yet show-stopping dessert perfect for cozy evenings. Featuring tender, oven-baked apples infused with a luscious blend of brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and fragrant vanilla, this recipe captures the essence of classic fall flavors in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time, your kitchen will soon be filled with the irresistible aroma of baked apples and buttery caramelized goodness. Each apple is steamed to perfection, ensuring a soft and tender texture while maintaining its shape. For an added crunch, sprinkle on chopped pecans or walnuts, and take it to the next level with a creamy scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Naturally gluten-free and effortlessly customizable, this must-try recipe transforms simple pantry ingredients into an elegant yet homely dessert fit for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Apples (medium-sized, firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 4 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Optional topping: chopped pecans or walnuts
- to taste Optional topping: vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash and core the apples, ensuring you remove the seeds but leave the bottoms intact to create a small cavity.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Place the apples in a baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced apart.
Stuff each apple's cavity with approximately 1 tablespoon of the brown sugar mixture.
Top each apple with a small piece (about 1/2 tablespoon) of unsalted butter.
Pour 1 cup of water into the baking dish around the apples. This helps create steam and keeps the apples moist during baking.
Optional: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the apples for added texture.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20 minutes, or until the apples are soft and tender but still hold their shape.
Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the apples to cool for 5 minutes.
Serve the baked apples warm, optionally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.2 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.3 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 83 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.9 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1216 mg | 26% | |
*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.
