Peanut Free Cinnamon-Walnut Baked Apples
Warm, tender baked apples filled with a golden walnut-oat mixture are the kind of dessert that makes the whole kitchen smell like a cozy autumn afternoon. The filling comes together in a single bowl — chopped walnuts, rolled oats, maple syrup, olive oil, and a warming blend of cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric — so the prep is genuinely simple before the oven does the heavy lifting. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and whole, there's no need to scan labels for hidden peanut derivatives or worry about cross-contact from processed snack products. The water added to the baking dish keeps the apples moist as they roast, so you end up with fruit that's perfectly tender at the thickest part while the filling turns beautifully caramelized on top. A final drizzle of honey takes it over the edge, though the maple syrup in the filling already gives it plenty of natural sweetness. This is the kind of recipe that feels impressive enough for guests but relaxed enough for a quiet weeknight treat.
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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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