Soy Free Cinnamon Baked Apples

Total time1 hr

Prep time10 min

Cook time45 min

4.6

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Warm, fragrant, and naturally sweet, these baked apples are the kind of cozy dessert that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. Honeycrisp or Braeburn apples are cored and filled with a golden blend of coconut oil, honey, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric — a spice combination that feels both comforting and a little unexpected. The turmeric and ginger add a subtle warmth that takes the filling well beyond a basic cinnamon-sugar situation. Everything here is straightforward pantry-friendly fare with zero hidden additives to stress over — no soy-based oils, no emulsifiers, nothing processed sneaking in through the back door. The water poured into the baking dish steams the apples as they roast, keeping them tender all the way through while the pan juices concentrate into a gorgeous natural syrup you spoon right back over the top. Optional shredded coconut adds a little toasty texture if you want it. This is the kind of effortless, wholesome dessert that feels far more impressive than the work it actually takes.

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Ingredients

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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