Artificial Flavors Free Ginger-Cardamom Baked Apples with Walnuts
Warm spiced apples straight from the oven hit differently than any store-bought dessert, and this recipe delivers that cozy, aromatic payoff with nothing but real, whole ingredients. Every element of the filling ā fresh grated ginger, ground cardamom, cinnamon, turmeric, and raw walnuts ā is exactly what it says it is, no synthetic flavor compounds hiding anywhere on the label. The honey and melted coconut oil bind the walnut mixture into a luscious, slightly caramelized stuffing that bubbles into the apple as it bakes, creating a naturally sweet, deeply spiced bite every time. A splash of lemon juice in the baking liquid keeps things bright and helps the pan juices develop into a light, glossy sauce perfect for spooning over the top. The apples emerge tender and wrinkled at the edges with that gorgeous caramelized fringe that makes them look as good as they taste. A scatter of pomegranate seeds at the end adds a jewel-like pop of color and a little tartness that plays beautifully against the warm spices. It's the kind of effortless, honest dessert you'll want to make on repeat all fall and winter long.
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Learn more āIngredients
4 servings
- 4 large firm baking apples (such as honeycrisp or braeburn)
- Ā¾ cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- Ā½ tsp ground cinnamon
- Ā¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ā tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- Ā½ cup water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375Ā°F (190Ā°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 2 inches deep, leaving a solid 1/2-inch base so the filling stays in.
- 2
In a small mixing bowl, stir together the walnuts, honey, grated ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and melted coconut oil until the mixture is evenly coated and holds together loosely.
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