Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C)
Wash and core 4 apples
Place the apples in a baking dish
Mix 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons butter
Spoon the mixture into the cored centers of the apples
Add a splash of water to the bottom of the baking dish
Bake for 25 to 35 minutes until the apples are tender
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly
Serve warm