Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oats and Cinnamon
Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oats and Cinnamon — crispy, golden, and cozy, these baked apples are the perfect fall dessert. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them from falling apart. Plus, they’re better than takeout and my family begs for this recipe. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy No Bake S’mores Pudding Cups Recipe and Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini Recipe.
Why This Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oats and Cinnamon Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy oat topping with a warm, soft apple interior
- Perfect for fall and holiday gatherings
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Customize with your favorite add-ins
What You'll Need for Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oats and Cinnamon
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Apples
- Old-fashioned oats
- Brown sugar
- Chopped nuts
- Ground cinnamon
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Whipped cream or ice cream (optional)
- Optional: Chopped nuts
- Optional: Raisins
- Optional: Dried cranberries
- Optional: Chocolate chips
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Apples: Use firm, sweet apples like Jonagold, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
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How to Make Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oats and Cinnamon
- Prepare apples: Core apples and slice the bottoms off so they stand upright.
- Mix oat topping: Combine oats, brown sugar, chopped nuts, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
- Stuff apples: Stuff each apple with the oat mixture, pressing down gently.
- Bake: Place apples in a baking dish, add a little water to the bottom, cover with foil, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes. Then, uncover and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Let apples cool slightly, then serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oats and Cinnamon
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overstuff the apples. This can cause them to fall apart while baking. To fix, use less filling and press it down gently.
- Pro tip: For extra flavor, sprinkle a teaspoon of granulated sugar over the apples before baking.
- Pro tip: To make ahead, prepare the apples and oat topping, then assemble and refrigerate. Bake as directed when ready to serve.
Storing & Reheating Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oats and Cinnamon
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover apples in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Apples can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Freezing Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oats and Cinnamon
Freezing is not recommended for this recipe.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheating in the microwave may cause the apples to become mushy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a healthier option, use rolled oats instead of old-fashioned oats and reduce the brown sugar.
- Best substitution: Substitute the chopped nuts with sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds for a nut-free version.
- Make-ahead: See 'Make Ahead' in the storage section.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the apples are still not soft after baking, cover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
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Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oats and Cinnamon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Apples
- Old-fashioned oats
- Brown sugar
- Chopped nuts
- Ground cinnamon
Seasonings
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Whipped cream or ice cream (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Chopped nuts
- Raisins
- Dried cranberries
- Chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare apples: Core apples and slice the bottoms off so they stand upright.
- Mix oat topping: Combine oats, brown sugar, chopped nuts, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
- Stuff apples: Stuff each apple with the oat mixture, pressing down gently.
- Bake: Place apples in a baking dish, add a little water to the bottom, cover with foil, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes. Then, uncover and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Let apples cool slightly, then serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a healthier option, use rolled oats instead of old-fashioned oats and reduce the brown sugar.
- Best substitution: Substitute the chopped nuts with sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds for a nut-free version.
- Make-ahead: See 'Make Ahead' in the storage section.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the apples are still not soft after baking, cover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover apples in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freezing is not recommended for this recipe.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheating in the microwave may cause the apples to become mushy.
- Make ahead: Apples can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 1g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oats and Cinnamon FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the apples and oat topping, then assemble and refrigerate. Bake as directed when ready to serve.
Overbaking or reheating in the microwave can cause the apples to become mushy. To prevent this, bake until just tender and avoid reheating in the microwave.
Freezing is not recommended for this recipe as it can cause the apples to become mushy and the topping to lose its crispiness.
Yes, preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C), place the apples in the basket, and cook for 15-20 minutes or until golden and crispy.
Using an apple corer or a melon baller makes quick work of coring apples. Alternatively, you can use a knife to carefully cut out the core.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oats and Cinnamon and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
