Cinnamon Maple Baked Apples
Warm cinnamon-maple baked apples with brown sugar and butter. Easy 30-minute dessert, perfect with vanilla ice cream.
I love to serve this dessert warm out of the oven, with a scoop of ice cream on top.
Submitted by: Lonnie R. from Chicago, IL
Yield: 6 servings
- Toss thin apple slices with brown sugar and Cinnamon Maple Sugar in a bag for even coating.
- Layer slices in a greased dish, dot with butter, and bake 25 to 30 minutes at 350 F until tender.
- Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of ice cream; store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of apples should I use?
Use firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith, Braeburn, or Pink Lady. They keep their shape while baking and balance the sweet cinnamon-maple mix.
Can I bake the apples whole instead of slicing?
Yes. Core whole apples, stuff the center with a little sugar and a butter pat, and bake at 350 F for about 35 to 45 minutes until tender. Sliced apples cook faster and brown more evenly.
What is Cinnamon Maple Sugar and can I substitute it?
Cinnamon Maple Sugar is maple sugar blended with cinnamon. Substitute by mixing maple sugar and ground cinnamon or use extra brown sugar plus 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Adjust sweetness to taste.
How do I keep the apples from getting soggy?
Slice apples about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick and layer them loosely so steam can escape. For thicker sauce, toss slices with 1 teaspoon cornstarch. You can also finish at 375 F for 5 to 8 minutes to help caramelize juices.
Can I make this ahead and how should I store leftovers?
You can toss the apples with sugar and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. Cooked apples keep in the fridge for about 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat in a 325 F oven for 8 to 12 minutes or microwave briefly.
Is there a vegan version of this dessert?
Yes. Swap the butter for equal parts coconut oil or a vegan butter spread. Flavor and texture will be very similar.
Can I add nuts or other mix-ins?
Yes. Fold in chopped pecans, walnuts, raisins, or dried cranberries before baking. Add nuts on top during the last 10 minutes if you want them toasted.
How should I serve this and how many does the recipe feed?
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or plain yogurt. Two apples make about 2 to 3 dessert servings. Double the ingredients for more people.
What type of apples should I use?
Use firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith, Braeburn, or Pink Lady. They keep their shape while baking and balance the sweet cinnamon-maple mix.
Can I bake the apples whole instead of slicing?
Yes. Core whole apples, stuff the center with a little sugar and a butter pat, and bake at 350 F for about 35 to 45 minutes until tender. Sliced apples cook faster and brown more evenly.
What is Cinnamon Maple Sugar and can I substitute it?
Cinnamon Maple Sugar is maple sugar blended with cinnamon. Substitute by mixing maple sugar and ground cinnamon or use extra brown sugar plus 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Adjust sweetness to taste.
How do I keep the apples from getting soggy?
Slice apples about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick and layer them loosely so steam can escape. For thicker sauce, toss slices with 1 teaspoon cornstarch. You can also finish at 375 F for 5 to 8 minutes to help caramelize juices.
Can I make this ahead and how should I store leftovers?
You can toss the apples with sugar and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. Cooked apples keep in the fridge for about 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat in a 325 F oven for 8 to 12 minutes or microwave briefly.
Is there a vegan version of this dessert?
Yes. Swap the butter for equal parts coconut oil or a vegan butter spread. Flavor and texture will be very similar.
Can I add nuts or other mix-ins?
Yes. Fold in chopped pecans, walnuts, raisins, or dried cranberries before baking. Add nuts on top during the last 10 minutes if you want them toasted.
How should I serve this and how many does the recipe feed?
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or plain yogurt. Two apples make about 2 to 3 dessert servings. Double the ingredients for more people.
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