Chestnut Free Honey-Cinnamon Baked Apples
Warm, caramelized baked apples are one of those desserts that feel far more impressive than the effort they actually require. Each apple is cored and packed with a buttery oat filling spiced with Ceylon cinnamon and a hint of ground ginger, then baked until the skins wrinkle and the filling turns golden and fragrant. A splash of water in the baking dish creates just enough steam to keep everything tender and luscious rather than dry. The whole thing comes together with pantry staples — rolled oats, honey, butter, and warm spices — so there's nothing obscure or hard to source. A final drizzle of honey and an optional dollop of fresh ricotta take it from simple weeknight treat to something that genuinely feels special. For anyone navigating tree-nut restrictions, this recipe is naturally free of chestnuts and any chestnut-derived ingredients, so you can serve it with confidence at the table. It's the kind of cozy, crowd-pleasing dessert that disappears fast.
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4 servings
- 4 medium baking apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 3 tbsp honey
- ⅓ cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp fine salt
- ½ cup water
For serving
- 1 tbsp honey, for drizzling
- 2 tbsp fresh ricotta (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 — leave the bottom intact so the filling stays in place.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the softened butter, 3 tbsp honey, rolled oats, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt until a cohesive, crumbly mixture forms.
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