Xanthan Gum 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 rolled oats, softened butter, honey, and a pinch of salt — nothing processed, nothing hidden, and absolutely no thickeners or stabilizers of any kind. That matters more than you might think, because a surprising number of packaged baking mixes and flavored oat products sneak in additives that people with sensitivities need to avoid. Here, every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. The steam from the water in the baking dish keeps the apples perfectly tender without drying them out, and the oat filling bakes into a golden, lightly crunchy topping that feels genuinely indulgent. A drizzle of honey and an optional spoonful of fresh ricotta at the end take it from cozy weeknight treat to something you'd happily serve to guests. It's simple, naturally wholesome, and deeply satisfying.
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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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