Name: Baked Apples
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 large apples; 0.25 cup old fashioned rolled oats; 0.25 cup brown coconut sugar; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 0.25 chopped pecans

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Baked Apples

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Ingredients

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Baked Apples

4 large apples

¼ cup old fashioned rolled oats

¼ cup brown coconut sugar or your favorite sweetener

1 tsp ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened; sub with coconut oil for a dairy-free option

¼ chopped pecans sub with your favorite nuts

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Stand each apple upright. Using a melon baller, remove the core of each apple, but be sure not to go through the bottom of the apple. The center cavity should be about 1" wide.

Combine the oats, pecans, sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl, then add the butter and mix well to combine.

Divide the filling between the apples and place in an 8×8" baking dish.

Pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the baking dish, and bake the apples uncovered for about 45 minutes, or until the apple is tender but still holds its shape.

Cool the apples slightly, then slice in half and serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Select the Right Apple Variety 🍎
Use firm baking apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn that hold their shape during baking rather than mushy varieties like Red Delicious.
Create a Protective Seal ✨
Brush the top of each apple with melted butter before adding the filling to create a golden, caramelized exterior and prevent excessive browning on the skin.
Toast Your Oats and Pecans 🌰
Lightly toast the rolled oats and pecans in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before mixing with other filling ingredients to amplify their nutty flavors and add textural depth.
Assemble and Chill Ahead 🕐
Prepare the apples up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate them; this allows flavors to meld and ensures even cooking when baked from a cold state.
Use a Water Bath for Moisture 💧
Place a shallow pan of hot water on the oven rack below the apples to create steam, which keeps them incredibly tender and prevents the filling from drying out during baking.