Breastfeeding Friendly Stuffed Baked Apples with Oat Crumble
Warm, tender baked apples filled with a buttery oat crumble are exactly the kind of nourishing comfort food that feels like a treat without any of the guilt. The combination of rolled oats, maple syrup, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon creates a topping that clumps into golden, fragrant clusters — the kind that make your kitchen smell incredible while the oven does all the work. Oats are a longtime favorite among nursing parents for good reason, and working them into something this delicious makes it easy to keep them in regular rotation. Firm apples like Honeycrisp or Braeburn hold their shape beautifully through the bake, so you get soft, yielding fruit without any mushiness. A spoonful of fresh ricotta alongside adds a gentle creaminess and a little extra protein, while a drizzle of honey ties everything together if you want that extra touch of sweetness. The ingredient list is short, wholesome, and free of anything fussy — just real food that genuinely satisfies. It works just as well as a cozy breakfast as it does a simple dessert, which is a serious bonus when you need something that pulls double duty.
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4 servings
For the apples
- 4 large firm baking apples (such as honeycrisp or braeburn)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
For the crumble
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
For baking
- ¼ cup water
For serving
- ½ cup fresh ricotta, for serving (optional)
- 1 tbsp honey, for serving (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, leaving the base intact so the filling stays in place.
- 2
Stir together the 1 tbsp melted butter and 1 tbsp maple syrup in a small bowl. Brush the inside of each apple cavity and the cut top edges with the mixture.
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