Soy Free Honey-Roasted Apples with Cinnamon and Thyme
Roasting apples transforms them into something almost magical — soft, caramelized, and fragrant with warm spice and fresh herbs. The honey-butter glaze pools into the cored cavities as everything bakes, creating little wells of sticky, golden sauce that you'll want to spoon over every bite. Ceylon cinnamon brings a slightly floral, gentler heat than the standard variety, and the fresh thyme adds an unexpected savory note that keeps this from tipping into overly sweet territory. Every ingredient here is naturally free of soy in any form — no hidden oils, no emulsifiers, nothing to second-guess at the label. The optional dollop of fresh ricotta at the end adds a cool, creamy contrast that makes this feel genuinely elegant. Whether you serve it as a weeknight dessert or a cozy brunch side, this is the kind of dish that looks far more impressive than the effort it actually takes.
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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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