Fall is the time when I pull out my easy whole baked apples recipe. It gives me all those apple pie vibes but without all that fuss. I add fall spices and a a buttery crumble on top for a little texture. No drama, just ease and vibes.
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How to Make Baked Apples
Making the Crumble Topping
- Whisk together the flour, both types of sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Slowly pour in the butter and whisk until crumbs start to form.
Prepare the Apples
- Core the apples from the top part of the apple using a small knife but add a small amount of core to the bottom of the apples and peel an inch off the top of the apple.
- Fill each apple with butter and brown sugar halfway up the apple.
- Fill the remaining half with the crumble topping and pat it down on the top.
- Wrap the apples in foil and bake for 25-30 minutes. Watch carefully for another 5 minutes to make sure the apples are still stable and intact.
Cooling the Apples
- Remove the baked apples from the oven and allow them to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
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Equipment
Ingredients
For the Crumble Topping
- ¾ cup all purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted then cooled
For the Apples
- 4 apples cored and peeled just at the very tops
- ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
- ½ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
For the Crumble
- Whisk together flour, both sugars, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Slowly pour in butter and whisk until crumbs develop then set aside.
For the Apples
- Start by coring the apples from the top with an apple corer or small knife but add a small amount of core to the bottom of the apples.
- Peel an inch off the tops of the apples.
- Evenly divide and fill each apple with butter and brown sugar halfway then completely fill with crumble and pat on the top.
- Wrap apples in foil and bake for 25-30 minutes then watch carefully for another 5 minutes to make sure apples are still stable and intact. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes then serve.
Notes
How to Store & Reheat
Baked apples are at their prime when they’re fresh out the oven, y’all. They tend to get too soft when you reheat them but you can still pack them in an airtight container and put them in the fridge for later. To reheat, just pop them in a baking dish and slide them into a 350° F oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until they’re warmed through.How long do they last in the fridge?
When properly stored, they will last up to four days. I don’t suggest freezing.Nutrition
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to wrap your apples tightly with foil so the filling doesn’t spill out everywhere.
- Allow your apples to cool slightly when they come out of the oven. They will firm up a little.
- Choose the right apples! Be sure to choose an apple that’s not overly sweet and will hold up when baked.
Serving Suggestions
- A classic addition! Top your baked cinnamon apples with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Drizzle with a bit of caramel sauce for more buttery, richness.
Recipe Help
Apples that work well for baking include Granny Apples, Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious and Gala. Try a bunch and see which ones you enjoy the most!
Nope! In this recipe, you definitely want to leave the peel on the apples as it helps hold the apple together as it cooks. Much of the nutrients and flavor are in the peel and in this preparation can be eaten or not!
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What an awesome recipe! Thank you!
Thank you!
Ohhhh heck yes time for dessert! This looks amazing Jocelyn!
Hmm sweet and healthy 🙂 good job :)Very interesting recipe:)
Thanks so much!
These crumble apples are so cool, great idea Jocelyn! I’ll definitely have to try out this recipe! 🙂
I hear you! I’m not ready for fall, but I’ve even seen some yellow leaves here (Canada). Love these apples, they look like the prefect comforting fall dessert!
I am totally the opposite — I think September is my favorite month! I just love fall and getting back into baking and the cooler weather. These apples are the perfect fall treat!
You know what they say… an apple a day keeps the doctor away. So that makes this an acceptable daily treat, right?!
I am the opposite. I welcome fall with open arms! Except that one October hits, the end of the year is here before I know it!
oh my gawd, J, I love this idea!!! and look at you bringing fall up in here. . love this! also commented on Z-boo’s blog. . what a great guest post!