Description
Enjoy the warmth of fall with these irresistible stuffed baked apples filled with crunchy granola and aromatic spices. Each bite delivers a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, making this dessert a comforting treat and a nostalgic reminder of family gatherings. Perfect for cozy evenings, these apples are simple to make and versatile enough to serve as breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 firm apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup granola
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Core each apple, leaving half an inch at the bottom.
- In a bowl, mix granola, cinnamon, brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Generously stuff each apple with the mixture.
- Place stuffed apples upright in a greased baking dish; add half an inch of water at the bottom.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until tender and skins begin to split.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed apple (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Experiment with different nuts or dried fruits in your granola for unique flavors. A splash of lemon juice can help prevent browning while preparing the apples. For an indulgent treat, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.