Spiced Baked Apples with Walnuts
Warm and comforting baked apples filled with cinnamon, walnuts, and a touch of stevia for a healthy dessert.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples (like Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp stevia or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Pinch of ground cloves
Portion guidance
Serve one baked apple as a dessert.
Step-by-step method
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Wash apples and core them, leaving the bottom intact to create a well.
- 3
In a small bowl, combine chopped walnuts, melted butter, sweetener, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- 4
Stuff the walnut mixture into the core of each apple.
- 5
Place apples in a baking dish with a small amount of water (about 1/4 inch) in the bottom.
- 6
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
- 7
Serve warm.
Smart substitutions
Swap
Walnuts
Pecans or almonds
Swap
Stevia or monk fruit sweetener
A small amount of maple syrup or honey (will increase sugar)
Storage & reheating
Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated.
This recipe is for inspiration only and is not medical advice. Carbohydrate and nutrition values are estimates. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional or registered dietitian about your personal blood sugar and dietary needs.
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