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Baked Cinnamon Apples

Baked Cinnamon Apples

Baked Cinnamon Apples are the perfect combination of tender fruit and warm spice, turning a humble apple into a deeply flavorful dessert. Whether served as a standalone sweet, spooned over oatmeal, or paired with a scoop of ice cream, these oven-baked apples deliver a nostalgic, cozy experience. Slow-baked until soft and caramelized, they offer the essence of apple pie—without the crust. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep, this dessert is as easy as it is delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large apples Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith work well
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons water or apple juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • Chopped nuts or raisins optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Peel (optional) and core the apples, then slice them into even wedges or chunks. Place them in a mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture over the apples and toss until evenly coated.
  3. Transfer the coated apples into a baking dish. Add the water or apple juice to the bottom of the dish. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15–20 minutes, or until apples are fork-tender and caramelized.
  4. Serve straight from the oven, on their own or topped with whipped cream, yogurt, or vanilla ice cream.

Notes

  • Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheating: Warm in the microwave or oven before serving.
  • Freezing: Can be frozen for up to 1 month. Thaw and reheat gently.