Easy Baked Apples Recipe
This Easy Baked Apples Recipe is a warm, comforting dessert made with tender apples, cinnamon, and a touch of sweetness. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, it’s perfect for dessert, breakfast, or a cozy snack—and your kitchen will smell amazing while it bakes.
Ingredients
- 4 –5 apples Honeycrisp, Fuji, Gala, or Granny Smith, cored and sliced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ cup brown sugar or maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground nutmeg optional
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp butter cut into small pieces
- ¼ cup water or apple juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prep apples: Place sliced apples in the baking dish and toss with lemon juice.
- Season: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar (or maple syrup), cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and vanilla. Sprinkle evenly over the apples.
- Add butter & liquid: Dot apples with butter and pour water or apple juice into the bottom of the dish.
- Bake covered: Cover loosely with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Finish baking: Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes, until apples are tender and lightly caramelized.
- Rest: Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Choose firm apples so they hold their shape.
- Cut apples evenly for consistent cooking.
- Adjust sweetness based on apple variety and preference.