Description
This delightful Baked Cinnamon Apples recipe features tender, spiced apple slices baked to perfection with a buttery cinnamon glaze. Perfect as a warm dessert or a comforting side dish, it balances sweetness with aromatic spices for a cozy treat that’s easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Apples Mixture
- 6 large apples, peeled and sliced
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ginger
- 1 tbsp corn starch
- Pinch of salt
Topping
- 3 tbsp butter, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the apples evenly.
- Prepare Apples: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and sliced apples with lemon juice, water, and vanilla extract. Stir well to coat the apples and enhance their flavor.
- Add Spices and Thickeners: Add brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, corn starch, and a pinch of salt to the apple mixture. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Arrange in Casserole Dish: Pour the apple mixture into a large casserole dish, spreading it out evenly. Dot the top with cubed butter pieces to add richness.
- Bake Covered: Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, allowing the apples to soften and the flavors to meld.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes to let the top brown slightly and thicken the sauce.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the baked apples cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm as a dessert or side dish.
Notes
- You can use any variety of apples, but firmer types like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp hold texture well.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent dessert.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
