Simple Baked Apples
Delightful baked apples infused with warm spices, perfect for cozy gatherings!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium Apples Choose your favorite variety; Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work well.
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with maple syrup or coconut sugar.
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warm flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Just a pinch enhances the flavors.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract For additional flavor.
- 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
- 1/4 cup Chopped Nuts (optional) Walnuts or pecans for crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash and core the apples, leaving the bottoms intact.
- In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and nuts. Add vanilla extract.
Baking
- Stuff each apple generously with the filling.
- Top each apple with a small pat of butter.
- Place apples in a baking dish and pour 1/4 cup water in the bottom.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until tender.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Adapt spices and toppings to your liking; serve with ice cream or yogurt.