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Cozy Cinnamon Baked Apples Stuffed with Oat Crumble

Close-up of a warm baked apple dessert topped with a golden, crunchy oat crumble filling.
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Bake whole apples until tender, filled with a warm, spiced oatmeal crumble. This simple dessert is perfect for a comforting fall treat.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large firm apples (like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for apples)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the four apples snugly.
  2. Prepare the apples: Wash the apples. Use a small knife or melon baller to carefully core the center of each apple, leaving about a 1/2 inch border at the bottom so the filling stays contained. Do not cut all the way through the bottom. Rub the cut surfaces with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  3. Make the oat crumble filling: In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients using your fingers or a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Stuff the apples: Divide the oat crumble mixture evenly among the four cored apples, pressing it gently into the center cavity.
  6. Add liquid to the dish: Pour the 2 tablespoons of water into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. This creates steam to help the apples soften.
  7. Bake: Place the stuffed apples in the baking dish. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the apples are tender when pierced with a fork and the topping is golden brown.
  8. Serve warm, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Notes

  • If you are interested in meal planning for healthy eating, this recipe fits well into a balanced approach.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute half the water with apple cider.
  • If you prefer a crispier topping, add 2 tablespoons of chopped pecans or walnuts to the oat mixture.

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