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Cinnamon Baked Apples Recipe

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This Cinnamon Baked Apples recipe offers a warm, comforting dessert perfect for fall or any time you crave a sweet and spiced treat. Tender baked apples are infused with cinnamon, light brown sugar, and a touch of lemon juice for brightness, topped with butter for richness, and baked until juicy and soft. It’s a simple, wholesome dish that can be served on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

Apples

  • 5-6 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Sweeteners and Spices

  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

Other

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F to prepare it for baking the apples evenly.
  2. Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and slice 5-6 large apples, then place them into a 9x13-inch baking dish to hold all the ingredients comfortably.
  3. Mix Ingredients: Sprinkle the apples with 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 cup light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, and 2 teaspoons cornstarch. Gently mix everything together to coat the apple slices thoroughly.
  4. Add Butter: Spread the apple mixture evenly in the dish, then top with slices of 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for added richness and flavor.
  5. Bake Apples: Cover the dish with foil and bake at 375°F for 30-40 minutes. Stir the apples every 10-15 minutes to ensure even cooking and caramelization.
  6. Rest and Serve: Once baked, remove the apples from the oven and let them rest on the countertop for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and the filling to thicken slightly.

Notes

  • If you prefer a firmer texture, reduce baking time slightly.
  • For extra flavor, add chopped nuts or raisins to the apple mixture before baking.
  • This dish pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
  • You can use any sweet apple variety like Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp for best results.
  • To keep the apples from browning before baking, toss them immediately with lemon juice.

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