Easy Oven-Baked Stuffed Apples with Cinnamon Oats
Craving a cozy dessert? Try these easy oven-baked stuffed apples with cinnamon oats. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly crispy skin and creamy, spiced filling. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe and Easy Burnt Basque Cheesecake Recipe With Creamy Texture.
Why This Easy Oven-Baked Stuffed Apples with Cinnamon Oats Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy skin and creamy, spiced filling
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Perfect for a cozy night in or holiday dessert
What You'll Need for Easy Oven-Baked Stuffed Apples with Cinnamon Oats
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
- Cinnamon
- Walnuts
- Ground cinnamon
- Salt
- Vanilla extract
- Optional: Whipped cream
- Optional: Ice cream
- Optional: Chopped pecans
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- Apples: Use firm, sweet apples like Jonagold, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
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How to Make Easy Oven-Baked Stuffed Apples with Cinnamon Oats
- Prepare the apples: Core the apples and scoop out some of the flesh, leaving a thick wall.
- Mix the filling: Combine oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, walnuts, salt, and vanilla extract in a bowl.
- Stuff the apples: Press the oat mixture into each apple, mounding it slightly.
- Bake: Place the stuffed apples in a baking dish, pour water into the dish, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35-40 minutes.
- Serve: Let the apples cool slightly, then serve with your choice of toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Oven-Baked Stuffed Apples with Cinnamon Oats
- : For a crisper skin, sprinkle the apples with granulated sugar before baking.
- Common mistake and fix: If the apples are browning too quickly, cover them loosely with foil.
- : For a lighter dessert, use rolled oats instead of old-fashioned oats.
Storing & Reheating Easy Oven-Baked Stuffed Apples with Cinnamon Oats
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the apples and filling up to a day ahead. Assemble and bake just before serving.
Freezing Easy Oven-Baked Stuffed Apples with Cinnamon Oats
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 make the apples soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding a spoonful of raisins or dried cranberries to the filling.
- Best substitution: If you're out of walnuts, pecans or almonds make a great substitute.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the apples are not softening, bake them for a few more minutes or until a knife easily pierces them.
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Easy Oven-Baked Stuffed Apples with Cinnamon Oats
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Apples
- Old-fashioned oats
- Brown sugar
- Cinnamon
- Walnuts
Seasonings
- Ground cinnamon
- Salt
- Vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Ice cream
- Chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Core the apples and scoop out some of the flesh, leaving a thick wall.
- Mix the filling: Combine oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, walnuts, salt, and vanilla extract in a bowl.
- Stuff the apples: Press the oat mixture into each apple, mounding it slightly.
- Bake: Place the stuffed apples in a baking dish, pour water into the dish, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35-40 minutes.
- Serve: Let the apples cool slightly, then serve with your choice of toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding a spoonful of raisins or dried cranberries to the filling.
- Best substitution: If you're out of walnuts, pecans or almonds make a great substitute.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the apples are not softening, bake them for a few more minutes or until a knife easily pierces them.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers 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 make the apples soggy.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the apples and filling up to a day ahead. Assemble and bake just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 270
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 1g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Oven-Baked Stuffed Apples with Cinnamon Oats FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the apples and filling up to a day ahead. Assemble and bake just before serving.
Overbaking can cause the apples to become dry. Make sure to check them frequently towards the end of the baking time.
Freezing is not recommended for this recipe as it can cause the apples to become mushy.
While you can try cooking them in the air fryer, the results may not be as good as oven-baked. The apples may not cook evenly, and the skin may not become as crispy.
Use firm, sweet apples like Jonagold, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn for the best texture and flavor.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Oven-Baked Stuffed Apples with Cinnamon Oats 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!
