Best Delicious Baked Apples Recipe

These delicious baked apples are whole apples stuffed with brown sugar, pecans and spices for the perfect fall treat. They bake up golden brown and are wonderful to serve warm with a dollop of cream, or vanilla ice cream.

It’s officially THAT time of year again! The fall season is my favorite. I can’t tell you how excited I am about the weather drop, the beautiful fall leaves on the trees and yes, the many fall flavors this season offers. We have made our fare share of pumpkin pancakes and a large batch of cinnamon applesauce. But what is left to make still, well many things. But this week since its apple season, we got a ton of apples from my parents farm. I saved several to make us these baked apples. A simple recipe I have using for the past couple of years. They are great for serving dinner guests or times when you want that homemade apple pie taste without having to actually make one. 

 Each time I make them, they fill the house with the most delicious smell and I can tell you, it is a much healthier option than an actual pie. Although I do love making those also but to be able to have that same cinnamon warmth and flavor without the guilt is nice too. 

​These are a delicious dessert but also fun to serve at a brunch or a fun surprise breakfast. When making these don’t forget to drizzle on some of the pan juices when serving. It makes for the best sauce to pour over the apples themselves or if enjoying as a dessert, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

These Delicious Bakes Apples Are…

• An easy recipe and the best way to welcome fall.
• Basically stuffed apples made with simple ingredients.
• One of the best apple desserts that you can use any variety of apple you like.
• Excellent with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
• A wonderful recipe the whole family will love.

Ingredients

Apples- I use all sorts of different kinds of large apples for these. Some favorites are honey crisp, gala apples, Fuji apples and Granny smith apples. Sweet apples work best.

Cinnamon-use ground cinnamon for added warmth. It makes these apples, so don’t skip it!

Brown Sugar– brown sugar has a sweet molasses essence that only adds to the fall theme of these delicious baked apples. You can substitute it for white sugar.

Butter– butter gives it a rich flavor and allows it to meld the sugar and spices together when baked.

Pecans– added for crunch and flavor. Pecans work excellently for creating texture and crunch in each bite. You can substitute walnuts or almonds for the pecans. The flavor will be slightly different with each nut.

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Tools

Baking Dish

Small Paring Knife or Apple Corer

Directions

Begin by washing and drying the apples.

Use a sharp pair knife to cut around the core on the top of each apple.

Pluck it out then use a spoon to scoop out the rest of the seeds and core.

Chop the pecans into small pieces.

In a small bowl combine the brown sugar, pecans, and cinnamon.

Stir with a spoon.

Then evenly fill each apple by scooping the brown sugar mixture into the center.

Then pour 2 cups of water into the baking dish.

Cut up the butter into 1 tbsp. pieces. Place 1 butter piece on top of each apple.

Bake at 375℉ for 40-45 minutes until each apple is cooked through.

Baking Notes

• Use a sharp paring knife to cut around the core. You can core the apple using just the knife, but I find a spoon helpful to help scoop out seeds from the bottom.
• Use real butter.
• Adding water is an important step in keeping the apples moist during baking and preventing them from drying out.
• Cooking time can vary with the size of the apples used. If the apples are still firm, leave them in for a few minutes longer until cooked through.  

Best Apples To Use

There are certainly several different apples you can use to make these delicious baked apples. But some work better than others. I find Braeburn, Honey Crisp, Golden Delicious, Fuji, and Pink Lady to work best. But you can certainly use a granny smith if you like more of a tart taste. Make sure to also choose apples that will stand straight up as you don’t want them to topple over while baking.

Selecting Apples

Choose apples that are free from cuts, or bruises. The peel should be firmly in place. The apple should not be squishy or soft in appearance as this can indicate an apple is past its prime.

Ways To Serve

• I have a few suggestions for serving these delicious baked apples. Though they are delicious just as they are. There are a couple of ways to dress them up a bit if you are in the mood to.
• Serve them with a large dollop of whipped cream to dip the apple as you slice it.
• A scoop of vanilla ice goes perfectly with this warm baked apple.
• Drizzling a caramel sauce over the apple adds a little extra decadence to the delicious baked apple. Not to mention, it’s a beautiful touch.
• These delicious baked apples are under dessert but make a fun treat for breakfast too.

How To Store

Store leftover baked apples by covering them with aluminum foil or placing them in an airtight container. Allow the apples to come to room temperature before placing the fridge. Apples can be reheated easily either in the oven or microwave. The baked apples will last for several days in the fridge. 

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