Chocolate Nut Butter Baked Apples No Added Sugar
Indulge in guilt-free decadence with these Chocolate Nut Butter Baked Apples, a wholesome dessert that's naturally sweetened with no added sugar. Perfectly tender baked apples are filled with a luscious combination of unsweetened cocoa powder, creamy natural nut butter, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon for a rich, chocolatey flavor without any refined sweeteners. This easy-to-make treat is baked to perfection, steaming gently in the oven to maintain its juiciness and topped with optional chopped nuts or shredded coconut for added texture. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's a cozy, nutrient-packed dessert ideal for chilly evenings or as a better-for-you alternative to sugar-laden baked goods. Serve warm for maximum flavor, and enjoy the comforting blend of natural sweetness and decadent chocolate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Apples (medium-sized, such as Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons Natural nut butter (such as almond or peanut butter)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened shredded coconut (optional, for topping)
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash and core the apples, creating a hollow center to hold the filling. Be careful not to cut all the way through to the bottom.
In a small bowl, mix together the unsweetened cocoa powder, natural nut butter, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined. The mixture should be smooth and spreadable.
Stuff each cored apple with a generous tablespoon of the chocolate nut butter filling. Lightly press down the filling to ensure it is compact.
Place the stuffed apples in a baking dish. Pour the water into the bottom of the dish to create steam while baking, which will prevent the apples from drying out.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the apples to brown slightly and become caramelized on top.
If desired, sprinkle the baked apples with chopped nuts and/or unsweetened shredded coconut as a topping just before serving.
Let the apples cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm for best flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
991 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.6 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.4 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.9 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.4 g | ||
| Protein | 21.8 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1538 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
