Mini Baked Apples with Cinnamon
Mini Baked Apples with Cinnamon are a delightful, cozy dessert that perfectly marries sweet caramel flavors with warm cinnamon spice. These tender, baked apples are not just a treat for the taste buds; they fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that evokes memories of family gatherings. Simple to prepare and visually stunning, this dish is perfect for weeknight indulgence or special occasions. Just imagine serving these warm apples topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream—pure bliss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Core each apple, leaving the bottom intact.
- In a bowl, mix dark brown sugar, ground cinnamon, softened butter, and nuts until crumbly.
- Generously fill each apple with the mixture.
- Place filled apples in a baking dish and add a splash of water around them.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tender but not mushy.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked apple (about 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Swap dark brown sugar for maple syrup for a different flavor. Experiment with spices like nutmeg or ginger for added depth. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.