Description
Cozy baked apples with warm spices and crunch are a heartwarming dessert that brings comfort and nostalgia to every bite. These tender, caramelized apples are enveloped in a sweet blend of brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts, creating an irresistible treat perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this delightful recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Core the apples and slice them into thick rings or wedges.
- In a large bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, chopped nuts, and vanilla extract. Toss in the apple slices until well coated.
- Place the apple mixture in a greased baking dish and dot with butter pieces.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until tender and fragrant.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple (about 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg