Baked Apples
A classic comfort food, perfect for a cozy autumn day! These baked apples are filled with a warm and flavorful mixture of oats, nuts, and spices. Easy to make and so delicious, they're a healthy and satisfying treat.
Servings 8 servings
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup chopped nuts
- ¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg optional
- ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk or other plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Apples: Core the apples, making sure to leave the bottom intact to hold the filling. You can use a small knife or an apple corer for this. Place the apples in a baking dish.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, applesauce, chopped nuts, raisins, ground cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), almond milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Stuff the Apples: Spoon the oat mixture generously into each cored apple, packing it down slightly to fit.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the apples are tender. Remove the foil for the last 10 minutes of baking to allow the topping to crisp up.
- Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm, optionally sprinkled with additional cinnamon.
Notes
- Choose firm apples that hold their shape well during baking, such as Fuji, Gala, or Braeburn.
- Swap out nuts for seeds (like pumpkin or sunflower seeds) for a nut-free version.
- Add a splash of maple syrup or honey for additional sweetness, if desired, while keeping it refined sugar-free.
- Baked stuffed apples can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave before serving.
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition FactsBaked ApplesAmount Per ServingCalories 133 Calories from Fat 27% Daily Value*Fat 3g5%Saturated Fat 0.4g3%Polyunsaturated Fat 2gMonounsaturated Fat 1gSodium 13mg1%Potassium 201mg6%Carbohydrates 26g9%Fiber 4g17%Sugar 11g12%Protein 2g4%Vitamin A 55IU1%Vitamin C 5mg6%Calcium 28mg3%Iron 1mg6%* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.