STUFFED BAKED APPLES RECIPE
A festive and nutritious dessert perfect for the holiday season. These baked apples are filled with a delicious spiced mixture, offering a balance of sweetness and warmth to complete your Christmas baking spread.
Delicious Stuffed Baked Apple Recipe
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Total: 50 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Two beautifully plated stuffed baked apples on white plates with a clean white backdrop.
Let’s get festive with a delightful and elegant dessert that's as easy as it is impressive! This Stuffed Baked Apple is the perfect showstopper for your family dinner table!
Kitchen Tools Needed
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cups
Knife Set
8-inch Baking Pan
Ingredients
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2 medium-sized apples
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons uncooked oats
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons raisins
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of grated nutmeg
Pinch of ground cloves
½ teaspoon kosher salt (or ¼ teaspoon table salt)
½ tablespoon vegan margarine (optional)
1 cup boiling water
Instructions
Preheat & Prep Apples
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Use an apple corer to remove the stem and core, but if you don’t have one, a melon baller or a paring knife (be careful!) can work too. Leave the bottom intact.
Make the Filling
In a bowl, combine brown sugar, oatmeal, walnuts, raisins, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt. Stuff this mixture into the hollowed-out apples. If you have extra filling, you can use it in another apple or save it for a later dessert adventure!
Assemble & Bake
Place the stuffed apples in your 8-inch baking dish. Add half the vegan margarine on top of each apple if you’re using it. Pour boiling water into the dish, cover loosely with foil, and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until the apples are tender.
Serve & Enjoy
Take the apples out of the oven, place them on a plate, and let them cool for 5-10 minutes. Alternatively, you can re-cover with foil and let them sit for up to 30 minutes for a softer texture.
Notes
Customize Your Filling: Mix things up with different nuts! Try almonds or pecans instead of walnuts, or skip the nuts altogether if you prefer a nut-free dessert.
Stability Trick: Struggling to keep your apples upright? Slice a thin piece off the bottom of the apple to level it out. Just make sure you don’t break into the hollowed core section.
Packing the Apples: Stuff your apples tightly with the filling for a full and satisfying dessert experience.
Benefits of Stuffed Baked Apples
Nutrient-Packed Dessert:
- Apples are rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, making this dessert a wholesome treat.
Balanced Sweetness:
- The natural sweetness of apples and dried fruit minimizes the need for added sugars.
Healthy Fats and Protein:
- Nuts add a satisfying crunch along with heart-healthy fats and a dose of protein.
Seasonal Flavors:
- Warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg provide festive holiday flavors while supporting digestion.
Customizable and Inclusive:
- This recipe is easy to adapt for dietary needs—use gluten-free oats or vegan substitutes as needed.
Stuffed Baked Apples are a simple yet elegant dessert that embodies the holiday spirit. Perfect for a cozy family meal or an impressive addition to a festive dinner, these baked apples will delight everyone at your table!
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