Low Sodium Classic Baked Apples

Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Low Sodium Classic Baked Apples—an irresistible dessert or snack that’s big on flavor and heart-healthy to boot! This recipe transforms crisp apples, like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, into tender, caramelized delights filled with a warmly spiced oat and walnut mixture. Sweetened naturally with a touch of brown sugar and enhanced with fragrant cinnamon, nutmeg, and pure vanilla, each apple bakes to perfection in a pool of steaming water for moisture, keeping sodium levels at a minimum. Ready in just an hour with only 15 minutes of prep, these wholesome baked apples are the perfect guilt-free treat to enjoy solo or topped with a dollop of whipped cream or non-dairy, low-sodium ice cream. Whether you're craving a satisfying dessert or a comforting autumn snack, this recipe delivers homemade goodness with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole large apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Core the apples using an apple corer or a paring knife, leaving the bottom intact to hold the filling. Remove any seeds and hollow out a small cavity.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, mix together the rolled oats, chopped walnuts, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.

Step 4

Melt the unsalted butter in a small microwave-safe bowl or a small saucepan over low heat. Add the pure vanilla extract to the melted butter and stir to combine.

Step 5

Pour the butter and vanilla mixture over the oat mixture, stirring until well combined.

Step 6

Stuff each apple with the oat mixture, pressing down gently with a spoon to compact the filling.

Step 7

Arrange the apples in a baking dish and pour the water into the bottom of the dish to provide moisture during baking.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and continue to bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the filling is golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of low-sodium vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1343.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1532.7

Total Fat 70.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 32.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 223.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.6g	0%
Total Sugars 129.2g
Protein 26.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204.3mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 1616.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.8%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 54.8%