Recipe: Easy and Delicious Baked Apples from the Microwave

Baked apples are a classic fall treat! This shortcut microwave baked apples method is a delicious and quick way to make them in a hurry.

With the approach of Fall, it means yummy apples are coming in to season. Whether they come straight from the apple orchard, the farmers market or your local supermarket, this is the time for the best apples.

All those apples call for delicious recipes and I love when I can find simple shortcuts to make those favorite apple recipes quicker and more easy to make.

This easy alternative baked apple recipe is so quick and easy to make and simply delicious! 

I love that it is quick enough to make as breakfast on even busy days. It also makes an awesome fall dessert or a snack at any time.

It’s best made with a slightly tart apple like Fuji, Gala or Honeycrisp.  You could also try a more tart apple like Granny Smith or other apples that might be a specialty in your region of the country.

Easy and Delicious Baked Apples from the Microwave

Ingredients:

1 apple
1 tsp raisins
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp butter, softened
sprinkle of cinnamon

How to Make Baked Apples in the Microwave:

To start, remove the core using an apple corer or paring knife.  Peel away about 1/2″ of the top of the apple peel
In a small bowl, mix together the butter, sugar and raisins.
Pack filling into the center of the apple and then sprinkle the apple with cinnamon.
Place apple in a microwave-safe bowl. Pour 1/2 cup water gently into the bowl.
Cover bowl with a lid or plastic wrap, leaving a little space or steam to escape.
Microwave on high for 5 minutes or until apple is soft.
Place apple on a clean bowl or plate and spoon some of the cooking juices over the top.
Serve warm.

How to serve Microwave Baked Apples

I like to eat these apples “as is”, but there are lots of toppings you can choose to add. Some of them include:

• vanilla ice cream
• cinnamon ice cream
• maple syrup
• whipped cream
• granola
• honey
• cottage cheese

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Easy and Delicious Baked Apples from the Microwave

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Ingredients

• 1 apple
• 1 tsp raisins
• 1 Tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp butter, softened
• sprinkle of cinnamon

Instructions

1. To start, remove the core using an apple corer or paring knife.  Peel away about 1/2" of the top of the apple peel
2. In a small bowl, mix together the butter, sugar and raisins.
3. Pack filling into the center of the apple and then sprinkle the apple with cinnamon.
4. Place apple in a microwave-safe bowl. Pour 1/2 cup water gently into the bowl.
5. Cover bowl with a lid or plastic wrap, leaving a little space or steam to escape.
6. Microwave on high for 5 minutes or until apple is soft.
7. Place apple on a clean bowl or plate and spoon some of the cooking juices over the top.
8. Serve warm.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

1

Serving Size:

1 Apple
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 187Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 36mgCarbohydrates: 41gFiber: 6gSugar: 32gProtein: 1g

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