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.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

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	1090.4 grams (1090.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1227

Total Fat 47.30g	61%
Saturated Fat 17.30g	87%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 28mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 207.50g	75%
Dietary Fiber 27.00g	96%
Total Sugars 151.00g
Protein 14.20g	28%

Vitamin D 14IU	70%
Calcium 157mg	12%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 1227mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.4%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 63.2%