Very Healthy Near Instant Baked Apple with Creamy Nonfat Yogurt
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this Very Healthy Near Instant Baked Apple with Creamy Nonfat Yogurt—a guilt-free treat that’s ready in less than 10 minutes! Featuring a tender, spiced apple perfectly cooked in the microwave, this recipe combines the natural sweetness of fruit, the aromatic warmth of ground cinnamon, and a luxurious dollop of protein-packed nonfat Greek yogurt. Customize it with optional toppings like a drizzle of honey, crunchy chopped nuts, or chewy dried fruit for added texture and flavor. Perfect as a light dessert, quick snack, or even a healthy breakfast, this single-serving delight is as nutritious as it is satisfying. With minimal prep time and wholesome, pantry-friendly ingredients, this easy baked apple recipe is the ultimate blend of convenience and well-being.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized apple (e.g., Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala)
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 0.5 cups nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoons chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or almonds, optional)
- 1 tablespoons raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the apple. Using a knife or apple corer, remove the core, creating a cavity in the center without cutting through the bottom of the apple.
Place the apple upright on a microwave-safe plate or bowl.
Sprinkle the ground cinnamon into the apple cavity and over the surface of the apple.
If desired, drizzle the honey or maple syrup into the cavity for added sweetness.
Microwave the apple on high for 2-3 minutes, depending on the size and type of apple, until it is fork-tender. Check after 2 minutes to avoid overcooking.
Carefully remove the hot apple from the microwave and let it cool for 1-2 minutes.
Top the baked apple with nonfat plain Greek yogurt and garnish with chopped nuts and/or dried fruit if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this quick and healthy treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.8 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 47 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.5 g | ||
| Protein | 14.9 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 504 mg | 11% | |
*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.
