Paraben Free Cinnamon-Walnut Baked Apples
Warm, tender baked apples filled with toasty walnuts, rolled oats, and a fragrant blend of cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric — this is the kind of dessert that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. The filling comes together with just a handful of whole, recognizable ingredients: maple syrup, extra virgin olive oil, and a pinch of sea salt to tie everything together. For anyone navigating paraben sensitivities, that simplicity really matters, since many conventional baked goods and packaged desserts contain preservatives and additives that can be hard to avoid. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can feel confident about what's going into your dish. Firm apples like Honeycrisp or Braeburn hold their shape beautifully through the oven, softening just enough to become spoonable without turning to mush. A drizzle of honey at the end adds a gentle floral sweetness that takes the whole thing over the top. It's cozy, naturally sweet, and genuinely satisfying — the kind of recipe you'll want to make every time the weather turns cool.
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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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