Macadamia 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 blister 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 or collapsed. The honey does double duty here — stirred right into the filling and then drizzled over the top at the end — giving every bite a floral, sticky sweetness that feels genuinely indulgent. A dollop of fresh ricotta on top adds a cool, creamy contrast that takes the whole thing over the edge. The ingredient list is refreshingly short and straightforward, so there's no need to hunt down specialty items or worry about hidden nut additions that can sneak into similar recipes. It's the kind of cozy, crowd-pleasing dessert you'll find yourself making on repeat all through apple season.
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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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