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Baked Apple Halves with Nutty Cinnamon-Almond Filling

These tender baked apple halves are a diabetes-friendly, gluten-free, and heart-healthy dessert, featuring a spiced nutty filling that pairs perfectly with the natural sweetness of baked apples. Perfect for holidays or everyday enjoyment, they offer a warm, spiced flavour with a delightful streusel-like topping that’s both wholesome and satisfying.
Servings: 8
Calories: 119.5kcal
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 apple Granny Smith, Gala, or Honeycrisp, cut in half
  • ¼ cup pecan chopped
  • ¼ cup almond chopped
  • 2 tbsp almond flour
  • 1 tsp cinnamon ground
  • ¼ tsp ginger ground
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg ground
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp applesauce unsweetened
  • 1 tbsp butter melted
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¼ cup water

Equipment

  • Baking dish

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  • Slice each apple in half and remove the core with a spoon or melon baller, creating a small "well" in each half.
    4 apple
  • In a bowl, mix together chopped pecans, chopped almonds, almond flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, vanilla extract, applesauce (if using), melted butter (or coconut oil), and a pinch of salt.
    ¼ cup pecan, ¼ cup almond, 2 tbsp almond flour, 1 tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp ginger, ¼ tsp nutmeg, ½ tsp vanilla extract, 1 tbsp applesauce, 1 tbsp butter, 1 pinch salt
  • Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the nut mixture into each apple half, pressing it down gently.
  • Place the apple halves in the baking dish. Pour the water around the base of the dish to help steam the apples. Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes.
    ¼ cup water
  • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the apples are tender and the filling is golden brown.
  • Let the apples cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, top with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of extra cinnamon.

Cooking Tips

  • Apple Selection: Use firmer apples like Granny Smith for a tart flavour or Honeycrisp for natural sweetness.
  • Texture Variation: Add some oats to the filling for a chewier texture or raisins for extra natural sweetness (adjust for added sugar in raisins).
  • Substitutions: Use sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds as nut alternatives for a nut-free version.
  • Moisture Tip: Don’t skip the water in the baking dish; it keeps the apples tender and prevents drying out.
  • Crispier Topping: Broil the apples for 1-2 minutes after baking to give the filling a slightly crispier texture.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Baked Apple Halves with Nutty Cinnamon-Almond Filling
Serving Size
 
0.5 apple
Amount per Serving
Calories
119.5
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
6.9
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.4
g
9
%
Trans Fat
 
0.1
g
Cholesterol
 
3.8
mg
1
%
Sodium
 
17.5
mg
1
%
Potassium
 
146.5
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
 
14.8
g
5
%
Fiber
 
3.4
g
14
%
Sugar
 
10.1
g
11
%
Protein
 
1.9
g
4
%
Vitamin C
 
4.3
mg
5
%
Calcium
 
26.7
mg
3
%
Iron
 
0.4
mg
2
%
Magnesium
 
20.8
mg
5
%
Zinc
 
0.3
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.