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Easy Warm Cinnamon Baked Apples Recipe Perfect for Cozy Fall Desserts

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This easy warm cinnamon baked apples recipe is a quick and comforting fall dessert featuring tender apples baked with cinnamon, brown sugar, and butter, perfect for cozy evenings and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium-sized apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji recommended)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (use dairy-free butter if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Optional toppings: chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts, whipped cream, vanilla ice cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Using a paring knife, core each apple carefully, creating a hollow well in the center without cutting through the bottom. Optionally peel a thin strip around the top.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, combine softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until creamy and well combined.
  4. Spoon the cinnamon sugar butter mixture generously into the hollowed center of each apple.
  5. Place the apples upright in a medium-sized oven-safe baking dish. Pour 1/2 cup water into the bottom of the dish.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking at 20 minutes for tenderness. Apples should be fork-tender but still hold their shape.
  7. Optional: Tent the dish loosely with aluminum foil after 15 minutes for softer apples.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
  9. Serve as is or topped with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or chopped nuts.

Notes

Use firm apples like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith to hold shape. Adjust baking time for apple size. Keep water level in dish to prevent burning. Use softened butter for better mixing. Optional spices like nutmeg or ground cloves can be added for extra flavor. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter.

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