High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Cinnamon Baked Apples
Warm, fragrant, and deeply satisfying, these baked apples are the kind of dessert that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. Honey steps in as the sweetener here, which means you get genuine, recognizable sweetness without any of the processed syrups that sneak into so many packaged treats and store-bought desserts. Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric give the filling a warmly spiced depth that goes well beyond a basic apple dessert, while coconut oil keeps everything rich and glossy as it bakes. The apples roast low and slow until they're completely tender, and then you spoon those caramelized pan juices right back over the top before serving — that step alone is worth not skipping. Optional shredded coconut adds a little toasty texture if you want it, but the recipe is genuinely delicious either way. It's a short ingredient list, a straightforward method, and a result that feels far more impressive than the effort involved.
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4 servings
- 4 medium baking apples (such as honeycrisp or braeburn)
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ cup water
- 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Using a melon baller or a sturdy spoon, core each apple from the top, removing the seeds and creating a cavity about 1 inch wide and 1½ inches deep — stop before breaking through the bottom.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the melted coconut oil, honey, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and sea salt until combined.
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