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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Dessert

    Cinnamon Baked Apples

    Published: Nov 8, 2020 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 19 Comments

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    When it comes to the perfect autumn/winter comforting dessert, then these juicy Cinnamon Baked Apples hit the spot. An easy one dish dessert that can just be thrown in the oven, and great for serving a crowd. Warm, soft and buttery cinnamon apple slices served with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream is all you need on a cold evening.

    A tray of cooked apples with three balls of vanilla ice cream on top.

    We can't get enough of apple desserts. A must when apple season comes around, but when you can't be bothered to go to the effort to make a pie or a crumble, these baked apple slices will satisfy that sugary apple dessert craving. Just 6 ingredients and only 30 minutes in the oven and you will have yourself a hearty dessert that the whole family will love.

    Jump to:
    • What are baked apples?
    • Why you will love it
    • Ingredients needed
    • Step by step
    • Ways to use baked apples
    • FAQ
    • Extra tips
    • More apple recipes
    • Recipe
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    What are baked apples?

    Baked apples can either be sliced, chopped or whole apples that are baked until they are juicy and tender and they melt in your mouth. They are usually covered in butter, cinnamon and some kind of sugar. You can top with them a crumb or just leave them as they are.

    Why you will love it

    • A simple and delicious apple dessert
    • They take less than 5 minutes to prepare
    • Easy to make vegan
    • Kids love them
    • Lots of different ways to serve it
    • A great way to use up lots of apples
    • Easier than making apple pie or crumble

    Ingredients needed

    All the ingredients needed to make this recipe, all laid out on a stone surface.
    • Apples - the star of this dessert. You really can use any apples for this recipe, however we used golden delicious. It really depends on if you prefer tart or sweet apples.
    • Butter - used to create a nice buttery sauce for the apples.
    • Maple syrup - whilst the baked apples themselves are lovely and sweet, we wanted to add a little extra sweetness. Maple syrup not only adds sweetness, but a lovely flavour too. You could swap it for honey instead.
    • Cinnamon - cinnamon and apples is just a perfect match. You could swap it for ginger or nutmeg, or use a mixture of all three.
      Butter - melted butter coats the apple slices beautifully and makes a nice sauce to drizzle over the apples when serving.
    • Cornstarch - you could leave this out, but we find that it helps to give the sweet sauce that comes from cooking the apples a little more thickness.

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    Step by step

    One: Preheat your oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas 6 Slice the apples into thin wedges.

    A bowl of sliced green apples.

    Two: Put the apples in a baking dish and add all the other ingredients. Mix well and bake for 30 minutes.

    A baking tray containing sliced apples covered in cinnamon.

    Ways to use baked apples

    The great thing about baked apples is that there are so many different ways to use them. Here are some of our favourite:

    • Serves with vanilla ice cream or custard for a simple and hearty dessert
    • Put on top of porridge or overnight oats.
    • Serve on waffles or pancakes for a warming weekend breakfast.
    • Mix in to yoghurt for a snack.
    Glazed, cooked apples and ice cream in a baking tray.

    FAQ

    Are baked apples healthy?

    Whilst this isn't the healthiest dessert with the butter and maple syrup, I wouldn't say it is particularly indulgent. The majority of the sweetness comes from the apples themselves, and the maple syrup just adds to that a little. Apples are rich in antioxidants, dietary fibre and vitamins A, C and K.

    How do you know when the baked apples are cooked?

    You want the apples to be nice and soft, but also not mushy. They should feel a little tender when you check them with a knife. After 30 in the oven, we found that they were perfect. It does depend on your oven though, so check them as they may need a little longer. If you prefer your apples with a bit of crunch, then you can always cook them for a little less.

    How to make vegan baked apples?

    If you want to make a vegan version of this dessert, then make sure to use maple syrup rather than honey and swap the butter for either a vegan alternative, or you can use coconut oil.

    What to serve baked apples with?

    We served ours with a really good quality vanilla ice cream, however there are lots of options when it comes to how to serve it. You could serve it with frozen yoghurt (or even yoghurt straight out of the fridge), custard or cream. Try not to serve it with anything with too strong a flavour, as you want the flavour of the cinnamon apples to shine through.

    How to store baked apples?

    We love making a big batch of these to keep to add on breakfast, desserts and snacks. You can keep them in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days for best freshness. If you want to freeze them, you can put them in a freezer container and they will keep for around 6 weeks.

    How to reheat baked apples?

    Once they are fully defrosted, you can reheat them in the oven or microwave, or heat them through in a pan.

    Are baked apples suitable for weaning?

    If you are serving these to small children that are weaning, then we would suggest making a few changes. Make sure the apples are sliced to a manageable size and then leave the maple syrup out and add a little water. 

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    Extra tips

    • If you want a little more sauce to serve the apples with, then mix around 50ml of water in to the apples before putting them in the oven.
    • You can swap the cinnamon for nutmeg or ground ginger, or use a mixture of all three.
    • Add some extra crunch by sprinkling them with crushed pecans.
    • A little sprinkle of brown sugar on top of the apples before they go in to oven adds some extra flavour.
    • Take these baked apples to the next level with a drizzle of caramel sauce before serving.
    • You can swap half the apples for pears for something a little different.

    More apple recipes

    • Apple Cinnamon Pancakes
    • Easy Apple and Pear Crumble
    • Apple Hand Pies
    • Oaty Apple Crumble

    If you’ve tried this baked apples recipe, let us know how you got on in the comments below.
    Tag us in your creations on Instagram @hungryhealthyhappy - Use the hashtag #hungryhealthyhappy too.

    Recipe

    A large baking tray full of baked apples topped with three scoops of ice cream.

    Cinnamon Baked Apples

    Cinnamon Baked Apples are an easy one pan dessert that can just be thrown in the oven, and great for serving a crowd.
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    5 from 26 votes
    Author: Dannii
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: British
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
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    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 260kcal
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    Ingredients

    UK Metric Measures - US Customary Measures
    • 4 Apple
    • 60 g Butter
    • 4 tablespoon Maple syrup
    • 2 tablespoon Cinnamon
    • 3 tablespoon Cornflour (corn starch)

    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas 6 Slice the apples into thin wedges.
    • Put the apples in a baking dish and add all the other ingredients. Mix well and bake for 30 minutes.

    Notes

    • If you want a little more sauce to serve the apples with, then mix around 50ml of water in to the apples before putting them in the oven.
    • You can swap the cinnamon for nutmeg or ground ginger, or use a mixture of all three.
    • Add some extra crunch by sprinkling them with crushed pecans.
    • A little sprinkle of brown sugar on top of the apples before they go in to oven adds some extra flavour.
    • Take these baked apples to the next level with a drizzle of caramel sauce before serving.
    • You can swap half the apples for pears for something a little different.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1portion | Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 112mg | Potassium: 257mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 473IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 1mg
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Carrie Robinson

      November 18, 2020 at 7:59 pm

      5 stars
      Oooooo... these would be perfect for topping ice cream or pancakes with! :)

      Reply
    2. Tara

      November 18, 2020 at 6:58 pm

      5 stars
      Oh wow! The apples look incredible, especially paired with that vanilla ice cream. I love how easily they come together. Definitely a perfect dessert for the holiday season.

      Reply
    3. Emily Liao

      November 18, 2020 at 6:48 pm

      5 stars
      This dessert turned out perfectly! Loved how easy it was to make and the flavors were spot on.

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    4. Sarah Holt

      November 18, 2020 at 6:47 pm

      5 stars
      This sounds amazing! Something I could eat any time of day for sure :)

      Reply
    5. Kechi

      November 18, 2020 at 6:41 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe looks phenomenal! Love the how it sounds, and how it looks, right on time for Thanksgiving. We are going to happily enjoy this; thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
    6. Traci

      November 11, 2020 at 1:53 pm

      5 stars
      Easy and delicious! Love the simplicity of your baked apples...will make again :)

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    7. Natalie

      November 11, 2020 at 1:42 pm

      5 stars
      Easy, delicious and always a winner at my house. I will give your recipe a try. Looks yummy!

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    8. Katherine

      November 11, 2020 at 1:18 pm

      5 stars
      I still have a few zillion apples from my apple trees left. The kids will love this tonight!

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    9. beth sachs

      November 11, 2020 at 11:53 am

      5 stars
      Delicious with greek yogurt for breakfast!

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    10. Dionne

      November 08, 2020 at 9:53 pm

      5 stars
      I wondered what to make with a big bunch of apples in my kitchen. Well, this is it - this recipe is perfect!

      Reply
    11. Jeff Albom

      November 08, 2020 at 9:24 pm

      5 stars
      Excellent recipe. I love that it is gluten free. This is dinner dessert for the whole family.

      Reply
    12. Clara

      November 08, 2020 at 7:38 pm

      5 stars
      Easy desserts are high on my list and cinnamon baked apples are are a family favorite. Looking foward to making these for dessert tonight.

      Reply
    13. Luci

      November 08, 2020 at 6:21 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! I love any apple dessert so I'm excited to try your Cinnamon Baked Apples! I might even make them for Thanksgiving dessert because I know everyone would love them!

      Reply
    14. Sarah James

      November 08, 2020 at 5:03 pm

      5 stars
      Your Cinnamon Baked Apples look delicious. You've got me craving cinnamon and apple with maple syrup and ice cream.

      Reply
    15. Jacqueline Debono

      November 08, 2020 at 4:25 pm

      5 stars
      I haven't had baked apples for ages! Now you've got me craving them. And yes, so many yummy ways to use them!

      Reply
    16. Sue

      November 08, 2020 at 2:16 pm

      5 stars
      My mom used to make baked apples but she left them whole. They always seemed to bake unevenly. Your version looks easier to make and eat!

      Reply
    17. Emmeline Kemperyd

      November 08, 2020 at 2:06 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a great simple dessert for this time of year! Just love it!

      Reply
    18. Jacqueline Meldrum

      November 08, 2020 at 11:38 am

      5 stars
      Apples & cinnamon go so well together, but it was the ice cream on top that did it for me. Yum!

      Reply
    19. Chris Collins

      November 08, 2020 at 10:47 am

      5 stars
      Cinnamon and apple is a match made in heaven, so this is right up my street!

      Reply

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