Baked Apple Slices

These baked apple slices are a delicious healthy fall sweet treat. Fresh apples are baked with warm spices until they're perfectly tender and soak up every bit of flavor. This recipe is so simple yet so delicious, and I love how easy it is to make!

My Take On Baked Apple Slices

I love apple season, and these freshly baked apple slices have been one of my favorite recipes for years now. I don't know how I haven't shared it yet, but better late than never!  

For this recipe, I start off by tossing fresh apple slices in a mixture of sugar, butter, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The apple slices get baked until they're soft, sweet, and caramelized. The texture alone is incredible, and the balance of Fall spices just makes it even better.

I think this baked apple recipe is honestly so good alone, but when I'm feeling indulgent, I'll pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. I've even made this recipe and used the apples to put on top of my apple pancakes. The delicious possibilities are endless!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Easy to make. As far as apple desserts go, it doesn't get easier than these cinnamon baked apples. All you have to do is toss the apple slices in the spice and sugar mixture, then layer them in a baking dish and let the oven take over from there. It's effortless!

It's a healthier dessert. These healthy baked apple slices are made with fresh apples and just a dash of sugar and butter. That's why I love serving them to my family as a healthier dessert option that's still delicious.

Simple ingredients. You'll only need 7 ingredients to make these easy baked apple slices, and they're all common baking staples. I usually have all of the ingredients on hand already, and you might too!

Ingredients

I just mentioned you only need a handful of basic ingredients for this recipe, and those ingredients are:

• 4 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and sliced
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 3 tbsp. cornstarch
• 2 tbsp. butter, softened
• 2 tsp. cinnamon
• 1 tsp. nutmeg

How To Make Baked Apple Slices

1. Prep work. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with butter. In a large mixing bowl, mix the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch together. Add apple spices and stir until the apples are fully coated.

2. Assemble the dish. Layer the apple slices in the prepared baking dish, one slightly on top of the other, until the dish is completely filled. Place pats of butter evenly across the top of the apples.

3. Bake the apples. Bake the apple slices for 25-30 minutes or until the apples are tender. Let them cool briefly for about 5 minutes, then serve warm with vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!

My Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Use three teaspoons of apple pie spice instead of the ground cinnamon and nutmeg for a different flavor.
• For tart apples, I suggest using Granny Smith. And for sweet apples, I suggest using Honeycrisp.
• Swap the sugar for pure maple syrup or coconut sugar for a different flavor.
• Leave the sugar out altogether for the healthiest recipe.
• I like to add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to help preserve the color of the apples.

How I Recommend Storing Baked Apples

In the fridge: Any leftover baked apples can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

In the freezer: Allow the leftover apples to cool completely, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag with the air squeezed out and freeze for up to 6 months.

Reheating: I just put the apples back in a baking dish and bake them at 325°F for 10 minutes. You'll want to let the frozen apples thaw in the fridge overnight.

FAQS About This Baked Apple Recipe

Do you have to peel apples before baking?

No, you don't have to peel apples before baking them. Just keep in mind leaving the peel on will add a different texture to the baked apples. I prefer to peel them for this recipe. 

What are the best apples for baking?

You'll want to pick apples that hold their texture when they cook. Some good options are Cortland, Golden Delicious, Pink Lady, Gala, and Granny Smith.

Can you make baked apples ahead of time?

Yes! I love making this recipe in advance if I'm hosting. Just make the recipe as described above, then let the apples cool completely and store them in the fridge. When you're ready to serve them, either warm in the oven for a few minutes or microwave the apples in 1-minute increments until warm.

More Apple Recipes To Try

• My Grandma's old fashioned apple pie
• Cream cheese caramel apple dip
• Simple apple crumble recipe
• Apple pie bars
• Apple bundt cake