Ontario Baked Apples
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with Ontario Baked Apples, a simple yet elegant dessert that highlights the natural sweetness of locally sourced Ontario apples like Cortland, Empire, or Honeycrisp. These tender baked apples are filled with a delightful mixture of rolled oats, brown sugar, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a touch of maple syrup for a hint of Canadian charm. Finished with optional nuts for added crunch and baked to golden perfection, this recipe is wonderfully versatile—serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate cozy treat. Ready in under an hour, Ontario Baked Apples are the perfect balance of sweet, spiced, and wholesome, making them ideal for a dinner party or a weeknight indulgence.
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Ingredients
- 4 large Ontario apples (e.g., Cortland, Empire, or Honeycrisp)
- 0.5 cup Rolled oats
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 0.5 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Wash and core the apples, creating a hollow center about 3/4 of the way down. Take care not to pierce through the bottom.
Step 3
In a small mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, melted butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and chopped nuts (if using). Mix until evenly combined.
Step 4
Stuff each apple with the oat mixture, pressing it firmly into the hollow centers.
Step 5
Arrange the stuffed apples in a baking dish. Pour the water into the bottom of the dish to prevent sticking and to create steam during baking.
Step 6
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Step 7
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
Step 8
Carefully remove the apples from the oven and let them cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Step 9
Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1090.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1226.9 |
| Total Fat 47.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 27.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 207.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 151.0g | |
| Protein 14.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 14IU | 0% |
| Calcium 156.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1226.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories