Apples and Cinnamon are a classic flavor combination. These homemade vegan baked apple slices with cinnamon and oatmeal are totally vegan and gluten-free!
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What are Homemade Vegan Baked Apple Slices with Cinnamon?
This dessert is made by mixing together brown sugar, oatmeal, cinnamon, coconut oil, and pecans. Then you spoon the mixture over sliced apples and bake it until the apples are bubbly and crispy. You can serve it as soon as it comes out of the oven or let it cool completely before serving.
Why You'll Love These Baked Apple Slices
These baked apple slices are delicious! They take less time in the oven and you can make them ahead of time. They pair well with milk. They are also perfect for dessert. You can even drizzle them with a caramel sauce or almond butter and serve with vanilla ice cream.
Simple Crispy Baked Apple Slices That Are Gluten-Free
This whole dessert can be made in about 15 minutes. It contains healthy ingredients everyone will love! It can be topped with vegan butter or ice cream if you prefer but they taste great without any toppings. I also like to top with yogurt.
Ingredients for Simple Baked Apple Slices
- Apples
- Brown Sugar
- Oatmeal
- Cinnamon
- Coconut Oil
- Pecans
Equipment
- A medium-sized mixing bowl
- Pre-cut parchment paper (a game-changer)
- A wooden spoon
- A baking sheet or baking dish
- A sharp knife
- A cutting board
How To Make Cinnamon Baked Apple Slices
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- Slice three apples. Make sure to remove any inedible parts of the apple.
- Apple slices should be cut as thinly as possible. If you're using a mandolin slicer, make sure to use the slicing blade. If you're using a knife, make sure to hold the apple firmly while cutting.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment and lay each apple slice on the baking sheet.
- Mix together brown sugar, oatmeal, cinnamon, coconut oil, and pecans in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Spoon mixture over each apple slice.
- Apples should be baked for about 15 minutes. Depending on how thick or thin you slice the apples, you may need to bake them for up to 20 minutes. Cook until the apples are soft and caramelized. Serve immediately.
Peeling the Apple vs. Not Peeling the Apple
Peeling apples is time-consuming and not necessary for this recipe. The peel also helps to keep the baked apple slices together.
Substitutions
Brown Sugar: you can leave out the brown sugar if you're looking to cut out excess sugar or sweetness. You can replace this ingredient with maple syrup. If you do this, make sure to quarter the amount of coconut oil in the recipe.
Coconut Oil: you can replace coconut oil with any other oil. I like to use butter, too. Just sub out the coconut oil for the same amount as the other oil.
Alternative flavors: you can totally add in different flavor enhancers. For example, add in a generous pinch cardamom, almond extract, or even a generous pinch of nutmeg. Make it your own!
FAQ
Can I make these baked apples ahead of time?
Yes! You can totally put the sauce on top of the apples and place in the refrigerator until you're ready to bake the apples.
Are these cinnamon apples healthy?
The ingredients in this recipe are all healthy except for the brown sugar. You can easily omit the brown sugar and replace it with maple syrup.
Apples are rich in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants, while cinnamon contains anti-inflammatory compounds and helps lower blood sugar levels. Cinnamon has also been shown to reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity.
What is the baking time?
The baking time is about 15 minutes. You can always cook the fresh apples for another 5 minutes to get them extra crispy.
How can I make the apples crispy?
Apples are sweet fruits used to make lots of different types of recipes. Baked apples are crispy, but can also be made crisper by baking them for 5 minutes longer. You should watch out for burning your apples because they could burn if you leave them in the oven for too long.
What Can I Put on Baked Apple Slices?
Try serving the baked apples as an appetizer or dessert. You can also use them as a topping for your morning oatmeal.
Think of topping these baked apple slices with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (vegan or not), yogurts, walnuts and pecans, or vegan (or not vegan) whipped cream.
Will these baked apples turn brown?
When you cook something, oxidation happens because heat changes the structure. The apples will turn brown, but it's important to bake the apples until tender. Baking until tender ensures that they are done.
How long will these baked apples keep?
This recipe is delicious and you probably won't have any leftovers!! You should store your leftovers in a sealed container in your refrigerator for three or four days.
How do I store these?
You can store the apples in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to four days.
Can I add other spices?
Of course! Make this recipe your own. You can add in a pinch of nutmeg, sub out the pecans for almond flour, or even add a drizzle of almond butter. You can also coat the apple slices with honey or agave syrup. Agave syrup would pair nicely in this recipe and would replace the brown sugar.
Can I use a baking dish instead of a baking sheet?
Yes! This baked apple recipe can be made in a baking dish instead of a baking sheet. The baking time will not change.
Recipe Notes
These cinnamon apple slices are delicious! They're naturally vegan and gluten-free. You can serve them as an appetizer or dessert. Some optional toppings for the baked apples include butter, ice cream, whipped cream, chopped walnuts, or vegan coconut yogurt.
Apples are so good when they're cooked properly. You should bake these apples if you want them to be crispy. Make sure to keep watch because you don't want to burn them in the oven!
Homemade Vegan Baked Apples Slices (with cinnamon)
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Pre-cut parchment paper (a game-changer!)
- A wooden spoon
- A sharp knife
- A cutting board
Ingredients
- 3 Apples
- ¼ cup Brown Sugar
- ¼ cup Oatmeal
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- ⅛ cup Coconut Oil
- ⅛ cup Pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Slice three apples. Make sure to remove any inedible parts of the apple.
- Apple slices should be cut as thinly as possible. If you're using a mandolin slicer, make sure to use the slicing blade. If you're using an electric knife, make sure to hold the apple firmly while cutting.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment and lay each apple slice on the baking sheet.
- Mix together brown sugar, oatmeal, cinnamon, coconut oil, and pecans and spoon mixture over each apple slice.
- Apples should be baked for about 15 minutes. Depending on how thick or thin you slice the apples, you may need to bake them for up to 20 minutes. Cook until the apples are soft and caramelized. Serve immediately.
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