Vegetarian Cinnamon-Walnut Baked Apples
Warm, fragrant, and deeply satisfying, these baked apples hit every note you want from a cozy dessert — tender fruit, a golden walnut-oat crust, and just enough spice to make the whole kitchen smell incredible. Firm varieties like Honeycrisp or Braeburn hold their shape beautifully in the oven, so you get a soft but structured apple rather than a collapsed, mushy mess. The filling comes together in one bowl, with maple syrup and olive oil binding the chopped walnuts and rolled oats into a mixture that turns perfectly crisp and caramelized as it bakes. A whisper of ginger and turmeric alongside the cinnamon gives the spice blend a subtle warmth that feels a little unexpected and a lot addictive. Pouring water into the bottom of the baking dish creates just enough gentle steam to cook the apples through without drying them out — a small step that makes a real difference. A finishing drizzle of honey is optional but honestly hard to skip. This is the kind of effortless, plant-based dessert that feels special enough for guests but simple enough for a Tuesday night.
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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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