These easy baked apple slices are perfect as a holiday side, stirred into oatmeal for breakfast, or served as a simple dessert. Quick to prepare and naturally gluten free.
I prefer recipes that are straightforward and delicious. While I enjoy tackling more complex dishes sometimes, I avoid excessive prep because too many bowls and pans leave me overwhelmed. Once more than a few pieces of equipment are in use, I lose track of steps and ingredients — and that’s how mistakes happen.
To avoid dessert disasters but still enjoy a comforting apple dish, I created this simple baked apple slices recipe. It’s fast, forgiving, and full of warm autumn flavors.
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How to Make Baked Apple Slices
This recipe uses only a handful of ingredients and minimal equipment. Peel and core the apples, slice or dice them, toss with sugar, spices, and a touch of lemon, then bake until tender. It’s that easy.
Baked Apple Slices Ingredients
For this recipe you’ll need three apples plus a few pantry staples: brown sugar, lemon juice, fall spices, cornstarch, and cold butter.
- Apples — I like Macintosh and Honeycrisp; Granny Smith adds pleasant tartness. Use whatever you enjoy.
- Brown Sugar — light or dark both work.
- Lemon Juice — brightens and balances the sweetness.
- Fall Spices — cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of cardamom for depth.
- Cornstarch — helps thicken the juices as the apples cook.
- Cold Butter — cut into small cubes and sprinkled on top so it melts into pockets of richness.
Helpful Tools
A few simple tools make prep faster and less messy. Here are some options to consider if you want to speed up peeling, coring, and baking.
- Rotato-style peeler — great for quickly peeling apples and other produce.
- Apple slicer/corer — a classic tool that cores and slices in one motion.
- Small casserole or mini cocotte — ideal for individual portions or small batches.
How to Serve Baked Apple Slices
These baked apple slices make a lovely holiday side for Thanksgiving or Christmas, but they’re also perfect any evening when you want a warm, comforting dish. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish.
Top your morning oatmeal with warmed apple slices, an extra dusting of cinnamon, and a drizzle of maple syrup for a comforting breakfast. For dessert, serve warm alone or over vanilla ice cream for a classic finishing touch.
Looking for more apple recipes? Try these!
- Savory Apple Galette — a great option for dinner or brunch.
- Apple Cake a la Mode — a rich dessert that pairs well with ice cream.
- Spice Cake with Apple Curd — the apple curd alone is worth making.
- Spiced Apple Muffins — portable and cozy for mornings.
- Bacon Brie Apple Crostini — a savory-sweet appetizer.
Easy Baked Apple Slices
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Equipment
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Small casserole or mini cocotte
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Apple slicer/corer
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Peeler or rotato-style device
Ingredients
- 3 apples peeled and cored
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon cardamom
- ½ teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons butter cold and cubed
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Slice the apples into 1/4 to 1/2 inch pieces or cut into chunks.
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In a bowl, combine the apples with brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, and cornstarch. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
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Transfer the mixture to a mini cocotte, small casserole dish, or bread pan. Scatter the cold butter cubes over the top and cover with a lid or foil.
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Bake for about 20 minutes, until the apples are tender. Remove from the oven, stir gently, and serve warm.
Nutrition
| Carbohydrates: 29 g
| Protein: 1 g
| Fat: 6 g
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