Description
Baked Apples are the quintessential autumn dessert, wrapping tender, warm fruit in a sweet cinnamon filling that fills your home with an inviting aroma. This delightful treat is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough for any occasion, whether enjoyed plain or paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Each bite brings comfort and nostalgia, making these Baked Apples a must-try recipe that will surely become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish.
- Core the apples while keeping them intact.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, nuts (if using), and butter until crumbly.
- Generously stuff the apples with the filling mixture.
- Place stuffed apples in the baking dish and add about half an inch of water to prevent drying.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tender but still holding their shape.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked apple (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg