Baked Apple Slices Cinnamon (Print Version)

Warm baked apple slices with cinnamon and brown sugar, a comforting sweet treat for any time.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 4 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced

→ Sweeteners & Spices

02 - 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

→ Liquids

05 - 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Other

07 - Pinch of salt
08 - 2 teaspoons lemon juice

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice to prevent browning.
03 - Add brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg if using, vanilla extract, melted butter, and salt to the apples. Toss until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the coated apple slices evenly in the prepared baking dish.
05 - Bake for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until apples are tender and sauce is bubbling.
06 - Serve warm alone or accompanied by vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Comforting dessert or snack
  • Easy to make with simple ingredients
02 -
  • Use lemon juice to prevent apple slices from browning.
  • Substitute coconut oil for butter to make it dairy-free.
03 -
  • Use crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture.
  • Stir the apples halfway through baking for even cooking.
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