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Square overhead shot of baked apple slices in a cast iron skillet.
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Baked Apple Slices

A comforting batch of baked apples slices with cinnamon and just a few simple ingredients.
Course Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword baked apple slices, baked apple slices with cinnamon, best apples for baking, easy baked apple slices, roasted apple slices
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8 people
Calories 160kcal
Author Blair Lonergan

Ingredients

  • 8 cups sliced apples (about 4 extra large apples or 6 medium apples)
  • ¼ cup (½ stick) salted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a deep 8-inch or 9-inch square or round baking dish, or a 10-inch cast iron skillet. Set aside. Place the apple slices in a large bowl.
    Slicing apples on a cutting board.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, nutmeg and salt.
    Ingredients for baked apple slices in a mixing bowl.
  • Pour the butter mixture over the apples; toss to coat.
    Stirring together the apple slices with the cinnamon and butter mixture.
  • Transfer the apples and any extra sauce from the bottom of the bowl to the prepared dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, for about 25 minutes, or until the apples are fork-tender but not mushy. Give them a good stir to coat in the sauce, then serve warm.
    Horizontal overhead shot of easy baked apple slices in a cast iron pan.

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Notes

  • Use firm apples such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Gala, Fuji, or a mix.
  • Keep the slices roughly the same thickness so they bake evenly.
  • The apples are done when they are fork-tender but still hold their shape.
  • Thinner slices bake faster. Start checking around the 20-minute mark.
  • Baking in a cast iron skillet produces more caramelization, while a baking dish creates more sauce.
  • For a less saucy result, reduce or omit the cornstarch.
  • Adjust the sweetness to taste or omit the sugar entirely for a no-added-sugar version.
  • Add raisins, cranberries, nuts, or extra spices for simple variations.
  • Serve warm as a side dish, dessert, or topping for breakfast favorites.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 54mg | Potassium: 151mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 246IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg