Easy Stuffed Baked Apples – Cozy, Sweet & So Simple
These easy stuffed baked apples are a cozy fall dessert made with oats, brown sugar, butter, and warm spices. Sweet, tender, and comforting, they’re simple to prepare and perfect for weeknights, holidays, or whenever you crave a warm treat.
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp butter softened
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped nuts or raisins
- Optional: honey or maple syrup for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and core apples, leaving the bottoms intact to form a hollow center.
- In a bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in nuts or raisins if using.
- Mash in softened butter with a fork until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Stuff each apple with the oat mixture, pressing down to fill.
- Place apples in a baking dish and pour a little water (about ¼ cup) into the dish.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until apples are tender and topping is golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Optional: top with ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce.
Notes
- Firm apples like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith work best.
- Add nutmeg or cloves for a spicier filling.
- Swap butter with coconut oil and brown sugar with maple syrup for a lighter version.
- Can be made in an air fryer at 350°F for 20–25 minutes.
- Great served warm with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel.