Description
These simple and healthy baked apples offer a comforting dessert experience featuring warm, spiced fruit and a crunchy, buttery oat streusel topping. By gently roasting the apples with a touch of steam, they become tender and succulent, highlighting their natural sugars. This elegant yet rustic treat is the perfect wholesome alternative to heavy pastries and pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh whipped cream for a cozy finish.
Ingredients
3 tbsp Unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup Brown sugar
1/2 tsp Ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp Ground nutmeg
1/4 cup Old-fashioned oats
4 Large apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
2 tbsp Optional dried fruit or chopped nuts
3/4 cup Warm water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (191°C).
In a small bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg using a fork until a smooth paste forms.
Fold the oats and optional dried fruit or nuts into the butter mixture until fully incorporated.
Cut around the apple core about three-quarters of the way down using a paring knife.
Remove the core and seeds with a spoon, being careful not to pierce the bottom skin.
Arrange the apples upright in a baking dish.
Stuff each apple cavity generously with the oat and sugar mixture.
Pour the warm water into the bottom of the dish.
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the apple skins are tender and wrinkled.
Notes
Use firm apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith to ensure they hold their shape while baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 22mg