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Maple Granola Stuffed Hasselback Baked Apples Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Maple Granola Stuffed Hasselback Baked Apples are a delicious and wholesome dessert combining tender baked apples with a sweet, crunchy granola filling infused with warm spices and a hint of citrus zest. Perfect for an autumn treat or a healthy dessert option, this recipe highlights the natural sweetness of apples enhanced by maple syrup and a blend of oats, pumpkin seeds, and spices.

Ingredients

Apples

  • 1 spray cooking spray
  • 3 large cooking apples

Maple Granola Stuffing

  • 1/3 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, chopped
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Finish

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a large roasting pan with a neutral cooking oil spray and set it aside to prepare for baking the apples.
  2. Prep apples: Cut each apple in half and carefully remove the core without splitting the halves apart. Place the apple halves cut side down on a cutting board and insert a wooden skewer or chopstick on each side of the apple half. Using a sharp knife, slice the apples hasselback-style into thin slices approximately 1/4 inch thick, slicing only until you hit the skewers to keep the base intact.
  3. Bake apples: Arrange the apple halves cut side down in the prepared roasting pan. Cover the pan with a lid or foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to soften the apples.
  4. Make maple granola stuffing: Place the rolled oats in a small blender or food processor and pulse to chop them into smaller pieces. Transfer the chopped oats to a large mixing bowl, then add the chopped pumpkin seeds, brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is completely moistened and hold together as your filling.
  5. Stuff and bake apples: Remove the apples from the oven and uncover the pan. Carefully spoon the maple granola mixture between the slices and over the tops of the apples, distributing the filling evenly. Return the uncovered pan to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the granola topping begins to crisp and turn golden.
  6. To serve: Carefully transfer the baked apples to a serving dish. Sprinkle the tops with the fresh orange zest for a bright, citrusy finish. Serve warm and enjoy your comforting, crispy, and sweet baked apple dessert.

Notes

  • Choose firm cooking apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn for the best texture.
  • Use a sharp knife for hasselback slicing to ensure even cuts.
  • If you don’t have pumpkin seeds, you can substitute with chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • You may adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or brown sugar.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of ground cloves to the granola mixture.
  • Serve with vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt for a richer dessert option.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/maple-granola-stuffed-hasselback-baked-apples-recipe/