Baked Apples

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Our easy baked apples recipe is a simple dessert inspired by Fall flavors. Honeycrisp apples seasoned with cinnamon and topped with brown sugar and walnuts.

One baked apple served with a scoop of ice cream.

It’s apple season and I couldn’t be happier! From ciders to sangrias, this fruit goes great with just about anything.

For today’s recipe we decided to create a dish that’s sure to please any apple lover.

Also, this one is perfect for getting kiddos into the kitchen because it doesn’t require any fancy equipment; besides an apple corer.

If you get the chance, grab the whole family and get them involved because it’s time to get started!

How to make baked apples?

As is the case with most of our recipes, it’s pretty simple. First, start by preheating your oven to 375°F.

Butter, brown sugar, and other ingredients in a mixing bowl.

Next, grab a mixing bowl and combine the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and walnuts (or pecans).

Mix the ingredients until your get a nice, sweet paste. That will be the stuffing for your baked apples.

Four washed and cored apples in a large baking dish.

After that, wash and core 4 large apples. However, don’t let the corer puncture the bottom of the apple or the butter mixture will leak out.

Don’t forget to use our step by step photos if you get confused.

The four apples have been stuffed with the butter mixture.

Then, stuff the apples with the brown sugar and butter filling. It’s okay to use it all, so go nuts!

Once the apples are stuffed, pour the water into the baking dish and place the the fruit into the oven to bake for 60 minutes.

The fruit has baked and is ready to be served.

When the timer goes off, your baked apples recipe is done! Simply let the fruit cool for few minutes before serving.

You can serve them as-is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

The finished dessert on a plate with vanilla ice cream.

Can you freeze baked apples?

Of course, but keep in mind you are freezing fruit and it will change the texture of the dish.

Also, you probably want to thaw them in your fridge before reheating the apples in the oven.

What are the best apples for baked apples?

That depends on your personal preferences. While I like Honeycrisp apples, I feel the tartness of Granny Smith’s would’ve worked better for the recipe.

So, decide which variety of apple you like the best and then use it in place of the Honeycrisp.

The baked apple has been cut in half to show the center.
The baked apple has been cut in half to show the center.

Easy Baked Apples Recipe

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Author: John
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ cup walnuts, or pecans, chopped
  • 4 apples, We used Honeycrisp.
  • 1 cup water, for baking dish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and nuts if using. Set aside.
    ½ cup light brown sugar
    ¼ cup unsalted butter
    1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    ¼ cup walnuts
  • Wash and core the apples, leaving enough of the core to hold the filling so it doesn’t run out the bottom.
    4 apples
  • Divide the filling into four equal portions and use a small spoon to press the filling into the center of the apples. Pack it in tightly, since it will melt down when the apples bake
  • Place the apples into a 2 quart baking dish, and pour the water around the apples.
    1 cup water
  • Bake for 1 hour or until the apples are soft.
  • Remove from the oven and serve warm with your favorite ice cream, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1apple | Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 104mg | Potassium: 270mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 46g | Vitamin A: 456IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 1mg

Notes

The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients and a serving size of 1 baked apple. Additionally, the calorie count does NOT include the vanilla ice cream seen in the photos. Actual calories will vary. The baked apples can be stored in a sealed container, in your fridge, for up to 3 days.
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