Deliciously Easy Baked Apples Recipe

Hungry for a dessert that's warm, spiced, and ridiculously easy to make?

easy baked apple recipe

Craving a dessert that's both comforting and incredibly simple?

Imagine biting into a warm, tender apple filled with sweet spices, a treat that requires minimal effort for maximum flavor.

Get ready to bake a batch of deliciously easy baked apples that will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.

Ingredients

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For juicy, caramel-covered baked apples, you're gonna need a few key ingredients! First, grab four, juicy apples! I think Modi red apples are perfect, but don't sweat it if you can't find 'em.

Then, for the sauce, you'll measure out three-fourths of a cup of water and two teaspoons of cornstarch!

Now, let's get to filling! Chop up one cup of walnuts or pecans! You can also use oats if nuts aren't your thing. Mix it with two tablespoons of maple syrup, or honey! Include one teaspoon of cinnamon and an eighth of a teaspoon of ground cloves! Adding a buttery crumble topping can also make it even more irresistible.

You'll also need a half-cup of packed brown sugar, five tablespoons of melted unsalted butter, and a pinch of salt! Got it? Great!

Instructions

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Once you've gathered all your ingredients, it's time to get cooking, and I know you are excited! Now, preheat your oven to 180C/350F.

Next, I like to mix those filling ingredients together. Seriously — get it all in there! Then, set that bowl aside while you prep the apples. That filling firms up if you let it sit. To get the best taste, be sure to add a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg to your filling.

Now, let's cut those apples in half right through the core. I recommend using an ice cream scooper, spoon, or knife– it's all good, whatever works for you.

Place each apple half in a baking dish that's a reasonable size for all of them. You want them snug, but not too snug! After that, pile the filling on those apples. I tend to use an ice cream scoop because it's easy.

Alright, nearly there! Mix cornflour with a splash of water– mix to dissolve. Then, I add remaining water. Then pour around the apples.

Cover with foil, bake 20 minutes. Remove foil, then bake a further 20 minutes.

Recipe Notes

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Just so you know, there are a few things I want to tell you when making these yummy baked apples. Since juices from the apples leach while baking, you need to use juicy apples. Otherwise, you'll get dry baked apples – and nobody wants that!

The sauce thickness depends on your apples' size. If it's too thick, add a spoonful of hot water. If it's too thin, take the apples out, mix it, and pop them back in the oven for a minute or two to thicken. Easy peasy!

If you're prepping ahead, rub the cut side of the apples with lemon to prevent browning. Top with the filling but only pour the cornflour-water mix around them right before baking. Otherwise, the cornflour settles if you let it sit for too long.

I'm happy with one piece as dessert with ice cream. But if you're a dessert monster, go for two!

Serving Suggestions

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Now that you know some of my notes when cooking, let's get to how I like to serve this delicious treat! It's pretty simple, actually. I usually serve these warm, straight from the oven because who wants a cold baked apple?

Here's how I jazz mine up:

  • First off, a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream is essential! I mean, come on.
  • Drizzle that extra caramel sauce from the pan all over – don't be shy!
  • Finally, a sprinkle of extra chopped nuts adds a nice crunch and a little something extra!

Honestly, sometimes I'll even add a dollop of whipped cream for good measure; I know it's a little over the top. Serve immediately and watch everyone's faces light up, it is so worth the small effort!

Short Recipe Version

Baked Apples

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 45 minutes

Serving Size: 4

Ingredients:

  • 4 medium apples
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Core apples, leaving the bottoms intact.
  3. In a bowl, mix oats, brown sugar, softened butter, and cinnamon.
  4. Stuff the apple cores with the oat mixture.
  5. Place apples in a baking dish and pour water into the bottom of the dish.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes, or until apples are tender.

Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):

  • Calories: 250
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Protein: 2g