Tree Nut Free Honey-Cinnamon Baked Apples
Warm, caramelized baked apples stuffed with a buttery oat filling are the kind of dessert that makes your whole kitchen smell like a bakery in the best possible way. The filling comes together with rolled oats, honey, Ceylon cinnamon, and a touch of ground ginger — no nuts anywhere in the mix, so there's zero need to scan labels or worry about cross-contact from common add-ins like walnuts or pecans that show up in so many similar recipes. A splash of water in the baking dish creates just enough steam to keep the apples perfectly tender without turning them mushy, and the result is soft, juicy fruit with a golden, slightly crisp topping. Honeycrisp or Fuji apples work especially well here because their natural sweetness plays beautifully against the warm spice. A final drizzle of honey and an optional dollop of fresh ricotta take it from simple weeknight treat to something that genuinely feels special. It's cozy, unfussy, and comes together with pantry staples you likely already have on hand.
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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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