Gelatin Free Cinnamon-Walnut Baked Apples
Warm, fragrant, and deeply satisfying, these baked apples are the kind of dessert that makes the whole kitchen smell like autumn. Each apple is cored and packed with a hearty mix of walnuts, rolled oats, maple syrup, and a warming blend of cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric — then roasted until tender and golden. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of animal-derived thickeners or setting agents, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out. That's a genuine relief when so many packaged desserts and store-bought fillings sneak in hidden additives you'd rather avoid. The filling gets its satisfying texture from the oats and roughly chopped walnuts alone, and the maple syrup ties everything together with a rich, caramel-like sweetness. A drizzle of honey at the end is optional but absolutely worth it if you have it on hand. This is the kind of wholesome, fuss-free dessert you'll want to make on repeat all season long.
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4 servings
- 4 medium firm baking apples (such as honeycrisp or braeburn)
- ½ cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ cup water
For serving
- 1 tbsp honey, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Using a melon baller or small spoon, core each apple from the top, removing the seeds and creating a cavity about 1 inch wide and 1½ inches deep, leaving the bottom of the apple fully intact so the filling stays in place.
- 2
In a small mixing bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, rolled oats, maple syrup, olive oil, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and salt. Stir until the oats and walnuts are evenly coated and the mixture holds together loosely.
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