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Published: Sep 4, 2021 · Modified: Aug 31, 2021 by Veronika's Kitchen * This post may contain affiliate links

Cinnamon Baked Apples

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Bake these amazing Cinnamon Baked Apples slices until tender in coated caramelized sauce! This will be an easy dessert recipe to serve with a scoop of ice cream during the Fall and the holiday season!

Cinnamon Baked Apples in caramelized sauce in white baking dish.

These delicious Cinnamon Baked Apples are one of the best desserts during the Fall season! They are slowly baked until tender in an aromatic caramelized sauce and served with a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream.

Like my other apple desserts (Apple Crumb Cake, Old Fashioned Apple Crisp, Classic Apple Pie Recipe, and Apple Coffee Cake Recipe), this recipe is very easy to make. All you need to do is peel and slice the apples, mix them in a baking dish together with a few ingredients, and bake until tender. The best part about this recipe is that your whole house will be filled with the mouthwatering aroma of cinnamon apples, that will make everyone hungry!

Ingredients for cinnamon baked apples.

How to make it

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Peel, core, slice 5-6 apples, and transfer them to a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Add 1 tbsp lemon juice, ¼ cup light brown sugar, 1 tbsp granulated sugar, 2 tsp cinnamon, 2 tsp cornstarch, and mix everything together.

Process photos of how to make Cinnamon Baked Apples.

Spread evenly and top with sliced 2 tbsp butter.

Process photos of how to make Cinnamon Baked Apples.

Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10-15 minutes.

Cinnamon Baked Apples in caramelized sauce in white baking dish.

How to serve these baked apples

The best way to serve this recipe as a dessert is with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (I like to use my French Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe) or whipped cream.

If you have any leftovers, they will be perfect for breakfast with Buttermilk Pancakes, Crispy Crapes Recipe, or Instant Pot Oatmeal.

Tips for best results

  • Baking. The baking time depends on how thin or thick you cut the apple slices. I personally prefer to cut them thinner to make sure they bake through and get soft.
  • Stirring. Make sure you stir them at least a couple of times while baking to mix all the sauce ingredients together. At first, when the butter is melted, it might look like the sauce is greasy and the fats are separating. After you bake it longer and stir a few times, everything will bind together and the sauce will caramelize.
Cinnamon Baked Apple slices in a white bowl, topped with a scoop of ice cream.

Options and substitution

  • Sugar. If you want to make this recipe a bit healthier, you can substitute granulated and brown sugar with coconut sugar or even maple syrup. Although, you won’t have the same caramelization in the sauce.
  • Nuts and berries. Depending on the season, I love adding some other fruit, berries, or nuts to the apples, like pears, fresh or dried cranberries, raisins, walnuts, or pecans.
  • Spices. To enhance the flavor, sometimes I like to add more spices, like nutmeg and allspice.
Pouring sauce over baked apple slices.

Frequently Asked Questions

What apples are best to use?

I prefer to use tart apples, like Granny Smith variety, because they balance well with the sweetness. Although you really can use any variety you have on hands, like Honeycrisp, Fuji, Golden Delicious, Gala, etc.

Do I need to peel the apples?

Yes, it’s better to peel them so the fruit is soft and caramelized after it’s baked. The apple peel has a tendency to get tough and chewy when baked.

How to store?

You can store them in an air-tight container and keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, bake it at 350°F for about 15 minutes.

Cinnamon Baked Apples in caramelized sauce.

More dessert recipes:

  • Pistachio Cookies
  • Zucchini Banana Bread
  • Strawberry Crumble
  • Buttermilk Blueberry Muffins
  • Chocolate Chip Blondies
  • Chocolate Cake from Scratch
  • Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler
  • Classic Tiramisu
Cinnamon Baked Apples in caramelized sauce in white baking dish.
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5 from 11 votes

Cinnamon Baked Apples

Bake these amazing Cinnamon Baked Apples slices until tender in coated caramelized sauce! This will be an easy dessert recipe to serve with a scoop of ice cream during the Fall and the holiday season!
Prep Time15 mins
40 mins
Total Time55 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 160kcal
Author: Veronika’s Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 5-6 large apples peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Peel, core, slice 5-6 apples, and transfer them to a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Add 1 tbsp lemon juice, ¼ cup light brown sugar, 1 tbsp granulated sugar, 2 tsp cinnamon, 2 tsp cornstarch, and mix everything together.
  • Spread evenly and top with sliced 2 tbsp butter.
  • Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10-15 minutes.
  • When done, take it out of the oven and let sit on the counter for 10 minutes beofre serving.

Notes

  • The baking time depends on how thin or thick you cut the apple slices. I personally prefer to cut them thinner to make sure they bake through and get soft.
  • Make sure you stir them at least a couple of times while baking to mix all the sauce ingredients together. At first, when the butter is melted, it might look like the sauce is greasy and the fats are separating. After you bake it longer and stir a few times, everything will bind together and the sauce will caramelize.
  • Depending on the season, I love adding some other fruit, berries, or nuts to the apples, like pears, fresh or dried cranberries, raisins, walnuts, or pecans.
  • You can store them in an air-tight container and keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, bake it at 350°F for about 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 181mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 201IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg
Did you make this recipe?I’d love to know how it turned out! Please let me know by leaving a review below. Or snap a photo and share it on Instagram; be sure to tag me @veronikaskitchen.
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  1. Leisa says

    June 24, 2022 at 11:36 am

    My best recipe it was easy and delicious we all enjoyed

    Reply
  2. Amanda B. says

    March 27, 2022 at 8:58 pm

    5 stars
    I am not a fan of cooked apples… but I LOVE THIS RECIPE!!!! My family loves them too…. I made a double batch thinking we would have left overs to go with French toast for breakfast…. looks like I am gonna have to make some more cause there isn’t a drop left of them. Thank you so much!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      April 01, 2022 at 9:20 am

      Yaay! Thank you so much, Amanda! So happy you like it 😉

      Reply
  3. Louise says

    January 16, 2022 at 5:07 pm

    I’ve made these baked apples 4 times. They are amazing! Absolutely delicious !!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      January 17, 2022 at 9:19 am

      Yaay! Thank you so much, Louise! I’m so happy you liked the recipe!

      Reply
  4. Melanie says

    September 27, 2021 at 6:55 am

    5 stars
    I can’t remember the last time I had baked apples, thank you so much for the reminder, it is apple season and we will make it this week!

    Reply
  5. Maren says

    September 26, 2021 at 10:16 pm

    5 stars
    Made this for my daughter and she loved it! It’s her new favorite treat!

    Reply
  6. Tammy says

    September 26, 2021 at 4:02 pm

    5 stars
    Ooh yes! These look fabulous! That sweet and warm sauce is calling to me…such a delicious fall treat with all the apples on hand. Love it!

    Reply
  7. Amy Nash says

    September 26, 2021 at 9:55 am

    5 stars
    These are amazing! Like, so good I’m making a double batch next time to have for all our fall breakfasts!

    Reply
  8. Veronika Sykorova says

    September 25, 2021 at 9:47 pm

    5 stars
    These were really delicious! I served them on our pancakes this morning and the whole family loved them!

    Reply
  9. Leslie says

    September 25, 2021 at 11:18 am

    5 stars
    This Cinnamon Baked Apple recipe is a HUGE win in my house! So easy to make and enjoyed by all!

    Reply
  10. Elaine says

    September 23, 2021 at 3:31 pm

    5 stars
    I couldn’t imagine my life without baked apples. There is something special about this dish that makes me want to dance 🙂 So yum!

    Reply
  11. Kathryn says

    September 21, 2021 at 12:30 pm

    5 stars
    These baked apples are so delicious and perfect for fall! I loved these with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  12. Marta says

    September 20, 2021 at 9:15 pm

    5 stars
    Looks like a great way to share apples. I can’t wait to share with my family and friends.

    Reply
  13. Bernice says

    September 20, 2021 at 5:08 pm

    5 stars
    How delicious do those apples look?! wow. I’ve baked whole apples and sauteed apple slices but I’ve never thought to bake up a whole pan of slices. I’m imagining how amazing these would be served on waffles and drooling onto my keyboard.

    Reply

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