Baked Caramel Apple Slices with Cinnamon and Walnuts

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Thinly sliced apples baked with a caramel drizzle, cinnamon spice, and crunchy toasted walnuts for a warm, sweet fall dessert. This American-inspired Halloween recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs large apples, unsalted butter, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange 3 thinly sliced large apples in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Brush the apple slices evenly with 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter. Sprinkle 1/4 cup brown sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon over the apples.
  3. Step 3: Scatter 1/3 cup chopped walnuts evenly on top.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 20 minutes until apples are tender and edges begin to caramelize.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and drizzle 1/3 cup caramel sauce evenly over the warm apple slices.
  6. Step 6: Let cool slightly before serving for a gooey, spiced fall dessert.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Caramel Apple Slices with Cinnamon and Walnuts take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Caramel Apple Slices with Cinnamon and Walnuts?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large apples from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Caramel Apple Slices with Cinnamon and Walnuts?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Caramel Apple Slices with Cinnamon and Walnuts for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Caramel Apple Slices with Cinnamon and Walnuts?

American halloween like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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