Baked Apples: A Simple & Nutritious Treat
Not only are they incredibly easy to make, but they're also nearly decadent and packed with nutrients. This recipe for baked apples combines the natural sweetness of apples with the richness of butter, the crunch of oats, and the warmth of cinnamon. It's a dessert that feels indulgent without being overly complicated or unhealthy.
Servings: 4
Calories: 326kcal
Cost: varies
Ingredients
- 4 apples, any variety
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, light or dark
- 1 tspn ground cinnamon, more or less to taste
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp chopped nuts, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Cut the top off each apple. Core each one, removing that center part with the seeds.
- In a small bowl mix the dry ingredients together. Add the butter and cut it in until the butter is in small chunks and everything is well combined.
- Place apples standing upright in a small baking dish.
- Bake in the pre-heated oven for about 30 minutes, or until apples are super fork-tender and the filling is bubbling!
Notes
An apple-coring device like this Apple Corer makes the job a lot easier!
Nutrition
Serving: 1apple | Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 108mg | Potassium: 286mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 453IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg
