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Classic Baked Apples Recipe

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Classic Baked Apples are a warm, comforting dessert perfect for any season. Crisp apples are cored and filled with a mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and crunchy pecans, then topped with butter and baked until tender and fragrant. This simple yet delicious recipe makes a great treat served with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

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Apples

  • 6 apples

Filling

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans

Topping and Baking

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups water

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the apples evenly and thoroughly.
  2. Prepare Apples: Using a paring knife, carefully remove the cores from each apple starting from the stem, making sure to leave the bottom intact so the filling doesn’t leak out. Place the hollowed apples upright in a 9×13 baking dish.
  3. Make Filling: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and chopped pecans. Mix well to create a flavorful filling.
  4. Fill Apples: Spoon the brown sugar and pecan mixture into the hollow center of each apple, filling them to the top.
  5. Add Butter and Water: Place half a tablespoon of butter on top of the filling in each apple. Pour the 2 cups of water into the bottom of the baking dish to create steam while the apples bake.
  6. Bake: Bake the apples in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until they are soft and tender when pierced with a fork.
  7. Serve: Serve the baked apples warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.

Notes

  • Choose firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture after baking.
  • For a nut-free version, omit pecans or substitute with raisins or dried cranberries.
  • To intensify flavor, sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg or allspice into the filling mixture.
  • Make sure the water in the baking dish does not evaporate completely during baking; add more if necessary.

Keywords: baked apples, cinnamon apples, autumn dessert, easy baked fruit, warm dessert, pecan baked apples

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