Why I Love This Recipe

These Maple Cinnamon Baked Apples prove that simple desserts can be just as satisfying as the more complicated ones. As the apples bake, they become perfectly tender and soak up every bit of the maple cinnamon sauce. A splash of lemon juice keeps the flavors bright, while a pinch of flaky sea salt balances the sweetness and makes the apples taste even more like themselves. They remind me of warm apple pie filling, but they’re so much easier to make and pair with just about everything from ice cream to oatmeal.

Enjoying The Leftovers

These baked apples are just as versatile as they are delicious. Spoon them over oatmeal, pancakes, waffles, yogurt, ice cream, cheesecake, or pound cake, or simply enjoy them warm by the spoonful.

Storing

Store the baked apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. They also freeze well for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Reheating

Warm the apples in the microwave in 30-second intervals or heat them gently in a saucepan over medium-low heat until warmed through. If the sauce thickens after chilling, add a small splash of water while reheating.

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Maple Cinnamon Baked Apples

These Maple Cinnamon Baked Apples are an easy fall recipe made with tender apples, pure maple syrup, cinnamon, lemon juice, and flaky sea salt. They taste just like homemade apple pie filling and are perfect for serving over oatmeal, pancakes, yogurt, ice cream, or enjoying as a simple cozy dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
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Servings 3

Ingredients

  • 2-3 apples sliced
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 2 tbsp corn starch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • Flaky sea salt
  • Whipped cream or cool whip
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Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  • Slice up 2–3 apples and toss them into an 8×8 baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted butter, lemon juice, cornstarch, water, and cinnamon until smooth. Pour the mix over the apples and give everything a good stir so they’re evenly coated.
  • Pop the dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until the apples are soft, golden, and the sauce has thickened.
  • Sprinkle a little flaky sea salt on top (trust me, it makes the flavors pop!) and serve warm with a big dollop of whipped cream or cool whip.

Equipment

8×8 baking dish
mixing bowls
measuring cups

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 3g