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Healthy Baked Apples

A delightful treat of warm baked apples with a crunchy topping, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 medium apples cored and halved
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup nuts chopped (walnuts or pecans work great)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil melted

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Core and halve the apples.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped nuts, honey or maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Pour the melted coconut oil into the filling mixture and stir until well-coated.
  5. Spoon the filling into the center of each apple half.
  6. Place the filled apples in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the apples are tender and topping is golden brown.

Notes

Serve warm, possibly drizzled with additional honey or maple syrup.