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Cinnamon Oat Baked Apples

These cinnamon oat baked apples are a healthy and delicious dessert to make for fall. The perfect way to enjoy the flavors of apple pie without all of the calories. 

Cinnamon oat baked apple on plate.
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Baked Cinnamon Oat Apples

Cinnamon oat baked apples take the classic baked apple dessert to another level by adding a hearty and wholesome twist. These apples are stuffed with a mixture of toasted oats, cinnamon, brown sugar, and butter, creating a delicious contrast of textures between the soft, baked apple and the crunchy oat topping.

The combination of warm spices and nutty oats makes for a comforting and flavorful baked apple treat perfect for fall. It’s the perfect way enjoy all the flavors of apple pie without all the calories!

But just don’t stop at apple desserts this season. Try making my fluffy apple pancakes for breakfast or these cinnamon apple muffins for the perfect grab and go snack. I can’t get enough apple recipes!

Recipe Ingredients

All the flavors of apple cinnamon oatmeal but in a prettier package.

Stuffed apples in baking pan.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

  • Apples: Gala are my favorite in this recipe, but any tart and sweet apple that holds its shape when baked will work.
  • Oats: Old-fashioned oats provide a great chew to the filling.
  • Cinnamon: Is it even possible to have apples without cinnamon? Not in this case. It’s just too good.
  • Butter: Melted butter brings everything together.
  • Greek yogurt: This gives the filling creaminess and helps bind the ingredients.
  • Brown sugar: The little bit of sweetness to play off the tart apple flavor.
  • Pecans (optional): These add a nice texture and nuttiness against the other ingredients.

Favorite Toppings

How to Make Cinnamon Oat Baked Apples

Just four steps to enjoying all the flavors of fall.

Baked apple in pan.
  • Toast. Mix together the oats and chopped pecans with a sprinkle of cinnamon. Spread out in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast in the oven at 350°F for about 4 to 6 minutes until golden. Then lower the oven temperature to 325°F.
  • Core. Rinse and core the apples (with an apple corer or pairing knife).
  • Stuff. Combine the toasted oats and pecans in a bowl with brown sugar, yogurt, melted butter and cinnamon. Then stuff the mixture inside the cavity of each apple. Place the apples in an 8×8-inch baking dish and pour water in the bottom of the dish.
  • Bake. Bake in oven for about 30 to 40 minutes, until the apples are tender (but not mushy). Add favorite toppings and enjoy!

Baking Tips

  • Toast the oats and nuts first. Toasting the oats and nuts in the oven first really helps intensify their flavor. They don’t need to bake for long, only about 5 minutes. They also crisp up a bit more, which helps them keep their shape when mixed in with the butter, sugar and yogurt.
  • Core the apples. Use an apple corer or a pairing knife to core the apples. Make sure not to cut through the bottom of the apple and also scoop out any seeds with a spoon.
  • Pour water in the pan. After adding the stuffed apples into the pan, make sure to pour about 1/4 cup water in the bottom of the pan. This trick keeps the bottoms of the apples from burning.
Cinnamon oat baked apple that's cut open.

Recipe FAQs

What are the best apples for baking?

I used Gala apples for this recipe, however there are many other varieties that will work. You want to choose an apple that’s both sweet and tart. You also want to make sure you pick an apple who’s skin doesn’t fall apart in the oven. Some of my favorite types that will work in this recipe are Honeycrisp, Jonathans, and Melrose.

Can this dessert be made gluten free?

Absolutely! Simply use gluten-free oats in place of the old-fashioned oats.

Can I make these baked apples dairy free?

I don’t see why not. Swap the butter for coconut oil and use a plant-based yogurt in place of the Greek yogurt, and you should be good to go.

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Cinnamon Oat Baked Apples

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Author: Jamielyn Nye
These cinnamon oat baked apples are a healthy and delicious dessert to make for fall. The perfect way to enjoy the flavors of apple pie without all of the calories. 
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4

Ingredients 

  • ½ cup old-fashioned oats
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans , optional
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon , plus a pinch for the oats
  • 4 medium Gala apples
  • 3 Tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter , melted
  • ¼ cup water
  • Whipped cream or ice cream , optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • In a small bowl, stir together oats, a pinch of cinnamon, and pecans, if using. Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet. Bake 4 to 6 minutes, or until golden and toasted. Remove and set aside. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F.
  • Rinse and core the apples, making sure not to cut through the bottom. You can use an apple corer or a paring knife. Scoop out any remaining seeds with a spoon.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the oat mixture with brown sugar, yogurt, melted butter, and remaining 2 teaspoons cinnamon. Spoon mixture into the cavity of each apple. Place apples in an 8×8-inch baking dish. Pour water in the bottom of dish.
  • Bake 30 to 40 minutes, or until tender but not mushy. Top with whipped cream or ice cream to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 287mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 193IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

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Recipe adapted from Boys Ahoy.

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