How to Make Baked Apples (and Why You Should)
Baked apples are a warm and comforting dessert that perfectly blends the natural sweetness of apples with delightful spices, creating an irresistible treat for any occasion. This easy recipe showcases how to make baked apples that are not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, these baked apples, filled with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts, are sure to impress. The aroma of cinnamon wafting through your kitchen will make this dessert even more inviting. Serve them warm with ice cream or yogurt for a delectable finish to your meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 firm apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- ¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ cup apple juice or water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Wash and core each apple, leaving the bottom intact.
- In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, chopped nuts, and raisins.
- Stuff each apple with the filling and place a small piece of butter on top.
- Arrange in a baking dish and pour apple juice or water into the bottom.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked apple (150g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg