Baked Cinnamon Apples
Warm, cinnamon-spiced oven apples filled with a nutty oatmeal mixture make for an easy and comforting dessert perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
For the filling
- 2/3 cup 2/3 cup (60 g) oats Use rolled oats for good texture.
- 1/3 cup 1/3 cup (40 g) chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans) Feel free to swap nuts according to availability.
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons (30 g) applesauce
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon butter or coconut oil Use coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
For the apples
- 4 large 4 large apples Any sweet variety like Fuji or Honeycrisp works well.
- 3 tablespoons 3 tablespoons (around 45 ml) water For baking pan to help steam the apples.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Wash the apples. Using a knife or an apple corer, remove the core of each apple, creating a well to hold the filling.
- In a mixing bowl, combine oats, chopped nuts, cinnamon, applesauce, and butter (or coconut oil). Stir until the mixture is evenly combined and crumbly.
- Spoon the oat mixture into the hollowed apples, packing it in gently.
- Place the filled apples in a small baking dish and add 3 tablespoons of water to the bottom of the dish.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25–30 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the tops are golden brown.
- Serve warm, possibly with a scoop of yogurt or ice cream if desired.
Notes
Consider adding raisins or dried cranberries to the filling for extra sweetness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.