How to Bake Apples

The heavenly aroma of baked apples is matched only by the amazing sweet, caramellike flavor of the oh-so-easy treats.

Using an apple corer or a sharp knife, remove cores from the apples. Peel a strip around the top of each apple.

Place apples in a baking dish or in individual custard cups. (If necessary, remove a thin slice from the bottom of each apple so it sits flat.)

Step 3: Spoon cooked fruit or another filling, if desired, into centers of apples. Pour liquid such as apple juice, orange juice, or fruit nectar around apples.

Bake until apples are tender (about 40 minutes, at 350 degrees), basting occasionally with liquid from baking dish. Cool slightly. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream, if desired.