Baked Cinnamon Apples

Enjoy a warm and comforting dessert with these baked apples.

How to Bake Apples

For a full list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions, check out the detailed recipe below. But here’s a quick overview:

Ingredients for Baked Apples

You'll only need four simple ingredients to make this easy baked apple recipe:

• Apples: Choose a crisp, firm apple variety, such as Golden Delicious, Pink Lady, or Honeycrisp. 
• Brown sugar: Dark brown sugar lends warmth and sweetness to each baked apple. 
• Butter: Butter adds richness and flavor. 
• Cinnamon: The warm and cozy baked apples are spiced with ground cinnamon. 
• Salt: A pinch of salt takes the flavor up a notch, but it won't make the baked apples taste salty.

How to Bake Apples

Here’s a quick summary of what you can expect when making homemade baked apples:

1. Core each apple, creating a hollow space.
2. Fill each apple with a blend of brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Arrange the apples in a baking dish and add a pat of butter on top.
4. Bake until the sugar caramelizes and the apples become tender.

How Long Should You Bake Apples?

Bake the apples in a preheated 350°F oven for 40-45 minutes (20 minutes covered with foil, 20-25 minutes uncovered). The apples are ready when the sugar is caramelized and the apples are soft.

Serving Suggestion

How to Store Baked Apples

Keep any leftover baked apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. When you're ready to enjoy them again, gently reheat in the oven.

Dinogo Community Reviews and Feedback

“A fantastic dessert,” says Tomohiro Nakagawa. “I added white wine and raisins, and it turned out great!”

“This recipe was amazing,” says ladywillpower01. “I used Cortland apples and reduced the brown sugar to two teaspoons. This has become my favorite baked apple recipe!”

“This recipe reminds me of the way my mother made it,” shares Lauren. “I used Granny Smith apples and followed the ingredients exactly. I did add an extra 10 minutes to the cooking time because I prefer my apples softer.”

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Ingredients

• 4 apples, such as Golden Delicious or Honey Crisp

• ½ cup packed dark brown sugar

• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces

Instructions

Prepare all your ingredients and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Using an apple corer, melon baller, or teaspoon, remove the core from the top of each apple, being careful not to go all the way through. Leave about 1 ½ inches from the bottom.

In a small bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, and salt, mixing until evenly blended. Fill each apple with 2 tablespoons of the brown sugar mixture.

Arrange the apples in an 8-inch square baking dish. Place a pat of butter on top of each apple and pour boiling water into the dish until it reaches a depth of 1/4 inch. Cover with aluminum foil.

Bake the apples in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking uncovered for an additional 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sugar has caramelized and the apples are tender when pierced with a paring knife.

Serve while warm and enjoy every bite!

From the Editor

Nutritional Information (per serving)