Microwave Baked Apples
Tender apples coated with brown sugar, aromatic cinnamon, and melted butter, then microwaved until soft and surrounded by a lightly thickened, syrup-like sauce.
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Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon preferably freshly ground for a more pronounced aroma
- 2 tablespoons salted butter cut into small slices
- 2 large apples such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith
- 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
Instructions
- Slice or dice the apples according to your preferred size and shape.
- Arrange the cut apples in an even layer inside a microwave-safe bowl to encourage uniform cooking.
- Scatter the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon over the apples.
- Gently stir until the fruit is evenly covered with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Distribute the sliced salted butter across the top of the seasoned apples.
- Microwave for approximately 3–4 minutes, or until the apples are tender and can be pierced easily with a fork.
Notes
Allow the cooked apples to rest for 1 minute before serving. This brief standing period helps the warm, syrupy juices thicken slightly.