Pork Free Honey-Roasted Apples with Cinnamon and Thyme
Roasted apples are one of those desserts that feel far more impressive than the effort involved, and this version delivers serious flavor with just a handful of pantry staples. Honeycrisp or Fuji apples hold their shape beautifully in the oven, turning tender and jammy while the cut sides caramelize into something deeply golden and fragrant. The honey-butter glaze — warmed with Ceylon cinnamon and a pinch of sea salt — pools into the cored cavities as the apples roast, basting them from the inside out. Fresh thyme tucked alongside each half adds a subtle herbal note that keeps the whole dish from tipping into cloying sweetness. A spoonful of the pan juices over the top right before serving ties everything together, and a dollop of fresh ricotta alongside makes it feel genuinely elegant. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of pork and pork-derived products, so there's nothing to scrutinize or swap — just straightforward, wholesome cooking from start to finish.
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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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