Description
Deliciously Roasted Apples are a simple, sweet treat featuring tender Gala apples coated in a cinnamon-sugar mix and baked to golden perfection. This easy recipe transforms everyday apples into a comforting dessert, perfect served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, and a sprinkle of chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples
- 4 Gala apples, cored and quartered
Coating
- 0.25 cups sugar
- 0.125 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Toppings
- 1 scoop vanilla ice cream
- 1 dollop whipped cream
- Chopped nuts, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is hot and ready for baking the apples evenly.
- Mix Coating: In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the sugar and ground cinnamon to prepare the sweet and spicy coating.
- Coat Apples: Toss the quartered Gala apples in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until all pieces are evenly coated, enhancing their natural sweetness.
- Arrange in Baking Dish: Spread the coated apple quarters evenly in a baking dish, ensuring they are in a single layer for uniform roasting.
- Bake Apples: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the apples are tender and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the roasted apples from the oven and serve warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, and a sprinkle of chopped nuts for added crunch and flavor.
Notes
- Choose sweet apple varieties like Gala or Fuji for best flavor.
- Adjust cinnamon quantity based on your preference for spice.
- For a vegan option, substitute ice cream and whipped cream with plant-based alternatives.
- Optional: Add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup before serving for extra sweetness.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of warm apples and cold ice cream.
