Preheat a 350° F oven and lightly grease a small baking dish with a little butter. Set aside.

Wash and core the apples. 

Slice the apples into wedges or rounds, depending on your preference.

Make sure the slices are uniform in size for even baking.

In a large bowl, give the apple slices, cinnamon and a tablespoon of maple syrup a quick stir. 

Drizzle the lemon juice over the apples to add a hint of tartness and prevent browning.

Place apples into the prepared baking dish.

Spread the apple mixture into an even layer and set aside.

In a small bowl, combine the flour, soft butter, and remaining maple syrup.

Stir to combine thoroughly, then evenly spread the mixture on top of the apples.

Place the dish in the preheated oven or approximately 20-25 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.

Remove the baked apple slices from the oven and cool for a couple minutes before serving.

Serve warm.