Simple Baked Apples
Transform your kitchen into a cozy haven with this irresistible recipe for Simple Baked Apples! Perfectly tender apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are cored and stuffed with a delightful mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, rolled oats, and optional chopped nuts for added crunch. As they bake, a touch of buttery richness melts into the filling, while a splash of water in the baking dish creates just enough steam to keep the apples perfectly tender. Ready in under an hour, this comforting dessert is as easy as it is delicious, with minimal prep and maximum flavor. Serve these baked apples warm, topped with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, for a simple yet elegant treat that captures the essence of fall.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 4 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash the apples thoroughly and, using an apple corer or a small paring knife, core each apple while leaving about 1/2 inch of the base intact to hold the filling.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, rolled oats, and chopped nuts (if using).
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add to the mixture. Use your fingers or a fork to work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Place the cored apples into a baking dish so they stand upright. Divide the filling mixture evenly among the apples, pressing it down slightly into the center of each apple.
Pour the water into the bottom of the baking dish to create steam as the apples bake, which will help keep them tender.
Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 20 minutes, or until the apples are tender but not mushy and the filling is golden brown.
Let the baked apples cool for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
859 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.9 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.0 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 950 mg | 20% | |
*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.
