Description
Enjoy this simple and delicious recipe for Baked Apple Slices, featuring thinly sliced apples tossed with warm spices and baked to tender, caramelized perfection. A comforting dessert or snack that’s perfect on its own or topped with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or chopped nuts.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Mixture
- 4 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Apple Mixture: In a large bowl, toss the peeled, cored, and thinly sliced apples with the melted butter, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until all slices are evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated apple slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure the slices do not overlap. This allows the apples to bake evenly and caramelize properly.
- Bake the Apples: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Halfway through baking, gently stir the apple slices to ensure even cooking and caramelization. Bake until the apples are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Serve: Remove the baked apple slices from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet-tart flavor or sweeter varieties like Honeycrisp depending on preference.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter.
- If you prefer softer apples, bake a few minutes longer but keep an eye to prevent burning.
- These baked apple slices can be refrigerated and reheated gently before serving.
- Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts after baking for a crunchy contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
