MSG Free Honey-Cinnamon Baked Apples
Warm, caramelized, and fragrant with Ceylon cinnamon and ginger, these baked apples are the kind of dessert that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. The filling comes together with just a handful of wholesome pantry staples — rolled oats, honey, butter, and spice — so every ingredient is exactly what it looks like, no hidden additives or flavor enhancers in sight. That simplicity is genuinely refreshing when so many packaged desserts and spice blends sneak in unwanted extras. Pouring a little water into the baking dish before they go into the oven is a small but smart move that keeps the apples juicy and tender all the way through rather than shriveling up. A drizzle of extra honey at the end adds a glossy, floral sweetness, and a spoonful of fresh ricotta on top makes the whole thing feel almost restaurant-worthy. These are equally at home as a cozy weeknight treat or a low-fuss dinner party dessert that looks far more impressive than the effort involved.
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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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