Cinnamon Baked Apples
- Jodie Lindsay Popma
- Jun 2
- 1 min read
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Nutrition Information about this recipe
Apple: is a member of the pear family. The skin comes in many colors; red, yellow or green. The US grows more than 25 varieties of apples, from very tart (granny smith) to very sweet (golden delicious). Apples are great source of vitamin C, pectin and fiber. They are also a good source of potassium. Many of these important nutrients are contained in the skin. Fresh whole apples contain only 14 grams of natural sugars, while dried apples contain 57 grams (but have 450mg of potassium)! Apples are considered a flavonoids, and help control heart disease. They have been known to help manage asthma.
Cinnamon is an ancient spice from trees in Sri Lanka. The aromatic qualities of cinnamon reminds so many of the comforts of fall! Studies have shown cinnamon can be used as a digestion aid, asthma inhibitor, and provide relief from menstrual or ulcer issues. One study even shows it can help patients manage Type-2 diabetes. Cinnamon contains iron, potassium, zinc, calcium and magnesium. Vitamin A and vitamins from the B group are also found in sticks.
Maple Syrup is a wonderful natural sweetener! This clear sap is extracted from Acer trees found in northern North America. Maple syrup is a great substitute for sugar, especially in fall recipes because of it’s rich flavor. Maple syrup has calcium, potassium, iron, and is also a good source of mineral manganese and zinc.
Notes
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees
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Cut and core apples, use a melon baller to make it fun! You can also cut apples in half for additional servings. Peel ½” wide strip at top of each apple. Place in water with lemon juice to prevent browning (oxidation).
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In food processor pulse graham crackers, oatmeal, maple syrup, butter and cinnamon.
Instructions
4 medium cooking apples
1/3 C maple syrup
1/4 C crushed graham crackers
1/3 C oatmeal
2 T butter
softened
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp grated lemon zest
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 C apple juice (or cider)
3 T honey
1 T lemon juice
Ingredients
Baked Cinnamon Apples
Jodie Lindsay Popma
Baked apples are a simple, nutritious treat packed with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. They’re naturally sweet, especially when warmed, making them a great alternative to sugary desserts. Perfect for fall, baked apples pair well with spices like cinnamon and can be enjoyed on their own, with yogurt for breakfast, or topped with oats for a cozy dessert.
Servings :
4 Servings
Calories:
Prep Time
15 min
Cooking Time
45 min
Rest Time
15 min
Total Time
1 hour
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