Pecan Free Honey-Roasted Apples with Cinnamon and Thyme
Warm, caramelized, and fragrant with honey and fresh thyme, this roasted apple dish is the kind of effortless dessert that feels far more impressive than the effort it requires. Honeycrisp or Fuji apples are ideal here — their natural sweetness deepens beautifully in the oven, and the honey-butter glaze turns their cut surfaces into something almost jammy and golden at the edges. Ceylon cinnamon brings a softer, more floral warmth than the standard supermarket variety, which makes the whole kitchen smell incredible while these are roasting. Basting halfway through is the small step that takes the pan juices from good to genuinely glossy and rich. A dollop of fresh ricotta alongside adds a cool, creamy contrast that makes this feel like something you'd order at a nice restaurant. There are no hidden nut-based toppings or garnishes to worry about — just clean, simple ingredients doing exactly what they should.
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4 servings
- 4 medium apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji), halved and cored
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp water
For serving
- fresh ricotta, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the apple halves cut-side up in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 2
Combine the honey, butter, Ceylon cinnamon, salt, and water in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes.
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