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August 28, 2020 · 64 Comments

Baked Apples with Dried Fruit and Pecans

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Baked Apples with Raisin, Dates & Pecan Stuffing ~Serve these apples as a wholesome dessert, or enjoy a healthy indulgence for breakfast. This very easy recipe is healthy and chock full of raisins, dates, apple and pecan stuffing.
Baked Apples with Raisin, Dates & Pecan Stuffing ~Serve these apples as a wholesome dessert, or enjoy a healthy indulgence for breakfast. This very easy recipe is healthy and chock full of raisins, dates, apple and pecan stuffing.

Baked Apples with Dried Fruit and Pecans

Serve these apples as a wholesome dessert, or enjoy a healthy indulgence for breakfast.

These Baked Apples contain Great grains cereal.

This very easy recipe is healthy and chock full of raisins, dates, apple and pecan stuffing.

Great for a cool morning or after dinner TV snack.

These apples are a tasty reward after a long jog or hike.

No guilt here!

These are the INGREDIENTS You will need:

  • 1 1/2 cups Great Grains Raisins Dates & Pecans cereal Or any dried fruit and nut variety
  • 2 tablespoons agave syrup
  • Zest from 1/2 small lemon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3 large Fuji apples halved lengthwise
  • 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar divided
  • 2 cups apple juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 cup 2% plain Greek yogurt

These are the INSTRUCTIONS For preparation:

  • Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 375°F. In a small bowl, mix together the cereal, agave, lemon zest, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Using a melon baller, scoop out the apple cores. Place the apples cut side up in a large ovenproof skillet. If necessary, cut a small slice off the bottoms of the apple halves to keep them from toppling over. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the brown sugar over the apples. Fill the apple cavities with the cereal mixture then mound the mixture generously on top of the apples, allowing it to nearly cover the entire cut surface of the apples.
  • Pour the apple juice into the bottom of the skillet and place the skillet in the oven, lightly covered with foil. Bake the apples for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake until they are crisp-tender and the stuffing is golden brown, about 20 minutes more.
  • Transfer the apples to plates. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of brown sugar to the cooking liquid in the pan and simmer over medium-high heat until it thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice.
  • Spoon the sauce over the hot apples and serve each with a dollop of yogurt.

NOTES

Tip: A melon baller scoops out the core from the apples with ease. If you don’t have a melon baller, use a spoon instead.

This Baked Apple will keep you warm and your tummy full of natural goodness.

Can’t you just smell the wonderful aromas and taste those good fall flavors?

The apple trees at the orchard down the street are just about ready to give up their early fall varieties.

When my favorites come into season my husband and I go through the trees and pick our own apples.

I love the Galas and Honey crisp. But we need to buy the McIntosh too for pie making. And of course the Fuji for this recipe.

And of course my husband always has an apple while watching our favorite TV series.

I love to bake apple desserts. But nothing can beat a warm baked apple stuffed with natures goodness!

All the ingredients in this recipe are just so healthy!

The juices and spices added to the yogurt and natural gain cereal is so delicious you will be disappointed when it is gone.

This Baked Apple stuffed with dried fruits and natures juices is one of my favorite fall snacks.

Even the kids will ask for this treat.

You don’t have to tell them how good it is for them.

Baked Apples with Raisin, Dates & Pecan Stuffing ~Serve these apples as a wholesome dessert, or enjoy a healthy indulgence for breakfast. This very easy recipe is healthy and chock full of raisins, dates, apple and pecan stuffing.

Baked Apples with Dried Fruit and Pecans

This very easy recipe is healthy and chock full of raisins, dates, apple and pecan stuffing. Great for a cool morning or after dinner TV snack. 
5 from 10 votes
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Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple, yogurt
Method: Bake
Skill Level: Intermediate
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Adjust Servings: 6
Calories: 198kcal
Author: Marilyn Lesniak

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups Great Grains Raisins Dates & Pecans cereal
  • 2 tablespoons agave syrup
  • Zest from 1/2 small lemon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3 large Fuji apples halved lengthwise
  • 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar divided
  • 2 cups apple juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 cup 2% plain Greek yogurt

Instructions

  • Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 375°F. In a small bowl, mix together the cereal, agave, lemon zest, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Using a melon baller, scoop out the apple cores. Place the apples cut side up in a large ovenproof skillet. If necessary, cut a small slice off the bottoms of the apple halves to keep them from toppling over. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the brown sugar over the apples. Fill the apple cavities with the cereal mixture then mound the mixture generously on top of the apples, allowing it to nearly cover the entire cut surface of the apples.
  • Pour the apple juice into the bottom of the skillet and place the skillet in the oven, lightly covered with foil. Bake the apples for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake until they are crisp-tender and the stuffing is golden brown, about 20 minutes more.
  • Transfer the apples to plates. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of brown sugar to the cooking liquid in the pan and simmer over medium-high heat until it thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice.
  • Spoon the sauce over the hot apples and serve each with a dollop of yogurt.

Notes

Tip: A melon baller scoops out the core from the apples with ease. If you don’t have a melon baller, use a spoon instead.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 198kcal (10%) | Carbohydrates: 35g (12%) | Protein: 2g (4%) | Fat: 8g (12%) | Saturated Fat: 3g (15%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 12mg (4%) | Sodium: 40mg (2%) | Potassium: 0mg | Fiber: 4g (16%) | Sugar: 25g (28%) | Vitamin A: 0IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 0mg | Iron: 0mg
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  1. blankKerryanne says

    September 11, 2020 at 2:25 AM

    Baked apples take me back to my childhood Marilyn and I still love them now.
    Thank you for sharing your recipe for Baked Apples with Dried Fruit & Pecans at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather this week. I’m delighted to be featuring this recipe at tonight’s party and pinning too.
    Hugs,
    Kerryanne

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      September 11, 2020 at 9:16 AM

      I am so glad to bring back some childhood memories Kerryanne! That is the best kind of food in my opinion. Thank you so much for the feature. What a nice surprise on a rainy Friday morning! Have a great weekend.

      Reply
  2. blankBeverly says

    September 9, 2020 at 7:50 PM

    Marilyn,
    Make me one. I am drooling over here. Congratulations, you are being featured at Thursday Favorite Things. I hope you stop by.
    Hugs,
    Bev

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      September 9, 2020 at 8:05 PM

      Thank you Bev for the feature! I can have a few of these made in just a flash. You bring the tea! Enjoy.

      Reply
  3. blankJennifer Dynys says

    September 7, 2020 at 11:32 PM

    This just screams autumn! My kids will love these! Definitely giving them a try! Thank you for linking up with us at Embracing Home and Family!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      September 8, 2020 at 9:58 AM

      I am so glad Jennifer you like the baked apples. I am guilty of waiting until this time of year to bring out that recipe. I live next to an orchard so I get my apples from them. I can never stock pile enough to last from November to September! Please let me know what you think when you try the recipe! Enjoy your week.

      Reply
  4. blankAlexandra says

    September 5, 2020 at 9:43 AM

    Baked apples sound incredible! That’s my favorite part of apple pie, and with pecans on top is even better! I think this may also need a scoop of vanilla ice cream. I’ve picked it as one of my features at this week’s Snickerdoodle Create Bake Make Link Party, which goes live today at 5pm EST.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      September 5, 2020 at 10:19 AM

      Thank you Alexandra for the feature! I look forward to seeing all the other features tonight. You are so right about the ice cream. That would yurn the Baked Apple in to dessert for sure. Enjoy your weekend!

      Reply
  5. blankCarrie @ Carrie's Home Cooking says

    October 24, 2017 at 3:51 PM

    Thank you for sharing on Whisk It Wednesday Link Party! Hope to see you again soon!

    Carrie

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 24, 2017 at 4:10 PM

      Thank you for the visit Carrie! Enjoy a restful week.

      Reply
  6. blankJelica says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:49 PM

    Oooo – it looks so yummy, Marilyn!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 23, 2017 at 8:50 PM

      Thank you Jelica! Have a nice day.

      Reply
  7. blankSheri says

    October 23, 2017 at 10:30 AM

    A great treat for fall. Nice. Thanks for joining us at the TO GRANDMA’S HOUSE WE GO – LINK PARTY #58 this week! Your project has been pinned. Would love for you to join us again this Wednesday! Cheers!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 23, 2017 at 3:20 PM

      Thank you for the pin Sheri. I am glad you like it. Have a great week!

      Reply
  8. blankClaire says

    October 22, 2017 at 2:33 AM

    Yes, please. This looks delicious 🙂 Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 22, 2017 at 6:35 PM

      Thank you Claire. I wouldn’t miss Creative Mondays! Have a good week.

      Reply
  9. blankPetra says

    October 21, 2017 at 4:17 PM

    The apples, dried fruit and spices sounds absolutely delicious! Thank you for sharing with us at Fiesta Friday! 🙂

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 21, 2017 at 7:52 PM

      You are welcome Petra. Thanks for the opportunity to shar!

      Reply
  10. blankAmber Harrop says

    October 21, 2017 at 4:17 PM

    You had me at apple and this looks delicious

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 21, 2017 at 7:52 PM

      Thanks Amber! Have a wonderful weekend.

      Reply
  11. blankGenie says

    October 21, 2017 at 10:51 AM

    YUMMMMY!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 21, 2017 at 1:23 PM

      You can say that again! Enjoy your week.

      Reply
  12. blankSandra L Garth says

    October 20, 2017 at 6:17 PM

    Apples are a staple for me every week and as much as I love eating them raw, I’m looking forward to trying this. It will be nice to have a change of pace. Thank you for sharing with us at Celebrate Your Story, and have a great weekend.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 20, 2017 at 10:14 PM

      I truly hope you enjoy these Sandra. I can’t wait to see what you do to make them “your own”!! Have a great week.

      Reply
  13. blankMiz Helen says

    October 20, 2017 at 1:16 PM

    We love baked apples and these look amazing! Thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with Full Plate Thursday. Have a great weekend and come back to see us real soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:06 PM

      I hope you get to try this recipe. Have a great week!

      Reply
  14. blankJae | Dreaming of Leaving says

    October 20, 2017 at 10:01 AM

    oh my goodness this looks DIVINE! i am literally drooling over here, great recipe 🙂 xo

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:06 PM

      Thank you so much Jae. Enjoy! Have a great week!

      Reply
  15. blankJulie Pollitt says

    October 20, 2017 at 9:44 AM

    Wow, this looks delicious!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 20, 2017 at 3:05 PM

      Thank you Julie! Have a great week!

      Reply
  16. blankApril J Harris says

    October 19, 2017 at 1:34 PM

    I love baked apples, Marilyn. They are the perfect combination of healthy and indulgent. Thank you so much for sharing, and for being a part of the Hearth and Soul Link Party. Have a lovely weekend!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 19, 2017 at 4:02 PM

      I love all the inspiration at Hearth and Soul April. I appreciate you hosting each week. Have a great day!

      Reply
  17. blankJann Olson says

    October 18, 2017 at 9:58 PM

    This sounds super delicious, especially for fall! Thanks for sharing the recipe with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 19, 2017 at 4:01 PM

      Thank you Jann for the kind words. Have a great week. SYC

      Reply
  18. blankJess says

    October 18, 2017 at 2:50 PM

    YUMMMM! 🙂

    I would love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for recipes, crafts, tips, and tricks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/

    Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 18, 2017 at 3:29 PM

      Thanks Jess. Have a great day!

      Reply
  19. blankLeanna` says

    October 18, 2017 at 2:14 PM

    These looks so delicious for breakfast. It reminds me of a meal they would serve at a 5 star bed and breakfast. Beautiful recipe.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 18, 2017 at 3:27 PM

      You are always so sweet Leanna. You are easy to please! Have a great day.

      Reply
  20. blankOldhouseintheshires says

    October 18, 2017 at 11:47 AM

    This looks so good! Thanks for sharing. #alittlebitofeverything

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 18, 2017 at 1:11 PM

      You are welcome. I am glad to find out the party started again. Kinda late to the party. Have a great week!

      Reply
  21. blankLianne says

    October 18, 2017 at 10:46 AM

    Such great flavours! Pecans are my favourite nut 🙂
    Lianne | Makes, Bakes and Decor

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 18, 2017 at 1:09 PM

      I love them too Lianne! Have a great week!

      Reply
  22. blankRobin says

    October 18, 2017 at 10:28 AM

    This recipe looks delicious and just in time for the holidays! I love anything with baked apples, raisins, and cinnamon!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 18, 2017 at 1:09 PM

      This is such a special treat. Warm, easy and healthy to boot! Have a great week!

      Reply
  23. blankCarrie Ditton says

    October 18, 2017 at 9:35 AM

    What a wonderful fall treat! We just started the Whisk It Wednesday link party and I thought you might be interested in sharing there too! Thanks, Carrie

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 18, 2017 at 1:08 PM

      Thank you Carrie! Have a great week!

      Reply
  24. blankGayl says

    October 17, 2017 at 9:56 PM

    Just looking at the picture and reading the recipe makes my mouth water. It looks and sound delicious! Thanks so much for sharing.

    Blessings to you! I’m a near neighbor at #TrekkingThru

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 18, 2017 at 8:49 AM

      Thank you Gayl. I am glad you find it inspiring! Have a great week!

      Reply
  25. blankMelissa says

    October 17, 2017 at 7:30 PM

    This says It’s Fall for sure!! Looks yummy

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 17, 2017 at 7:47 PM

      Thank you Melissa! Enjoy your week.

      Reply
  26. blankIveth (fortheloveto.com) says

    October 16, 2017 at 10:20 PM

    I will have to try this recipe… It looks so yummy!!! thanks for join us at #alittlebitofeverything

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 17, 2017 at 3:47 PM

      I hope you will enjoy this Iveth. So good to see you again. Hope the kids are doing well! Have a great day!

      Reply
  27. blankKarren Haller says

    October 16, 2017 at 10:08 PM

    I have not had a baked apple for years, this looks so good and bet that the topping is kinda crunchy! Pinned
    Thank you for sharing on #omhgww this week!
    Have a fabulous week!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 17, 2017 at 3:46 PM

      I love tgis since it is healthy but still decadent. Thx Karren. Have a great day!

      Reply
  28. blankRoseann Hampton says

    October 16, 2017 at 8:37 PM

    I bet this smells delicious as it’s cooking!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 16, 2017 at 8:48 PM

      It is heaven Roseann! Thx for sharing.

      Reply
  29. blankKim~madeinaday says

    October 16, 2017 at 4:20 PM

    I bet this smells heavenly! Yum! Sharing on G+Thank you for sharing on Merry Monday! Hope to see ya next week!
    Kim

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 16, 2017 at 5:00 PM

      Thank you for the share Kim! I am glad you like this. Baked apples are a must have in the fall! Have a great week.

      Reply
  30. blankKelly @ Kelly Lynns Sweets and Treats says

    October 16, 2017 at 12:48 AM

    Yummy!! Perfect Fall dessert 🙂 Thanks for linking up at Friday Frenzy Link Party!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 16, 2017 at 1:24 PM

      Thank you Kelly! I am glad I found your party. Have a great week!

      Reply
  31. blankJhuls | The Not So Creative Cook says

    October 15, 2017 at 12:37 PM

    Looks so delicious! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 15, 2017 at 5:11 PM

      Thanks for your thoughts Jhuls. Have a great week!

      Reply
  32. blankHelen at the Lazy Gastronome says

    October 15, 2017 at 10:47 AM

    Delicious!! What a great dessert – Thanks for sharing at the What’s for dinner party! Don’t forget to visit some of the other amazing posts at the party!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 15, 2017 at 5:10 PM

      This ia a baked apple on steroids in our home. Glad you like it Helen. Have a great week!

      Reply

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