Easy Stuffed Apples – baked in the oven to perfection. These apples are filled with a cozy mix of brown sugar, cinnamon, raisins, and walnuts, then baked until tender and fragrant. Naturally gluten-free, vegan, and kid-friendly, these baked apples are both nourishing and delicious—without a drop of butter.

Healthy stuffed apples recipe oven baked

Every autumn, when the apple trees are heavy with fruit, the big question always pops up: what on earth do we do with them all? There are plenty of options, of course, but my go-to has to be these cosy baked apples with raisins. They’re a proper crowd-pleaser in our house – no one ever says no.

The best part? They’re on the table in about half an hour (prep and bake included), they’re naturally healthy, gluten-free, vegan, and absolutely gorgeous. No butter, no milk – just simple, warming flavours that taste like autumn in a bowl.

Be sure to check my recipe for Apple Strudel with Phyllo pastry – a real simple delicacy!

Ingredients & Substitutions

Apples – Most varieties bake well in the oven, so go with your favorite. If you’d like a recommendation, Jonagold, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady are especially good choices
Raisins – I prefer dark raisins, but yellow are good too. Choose smaller sized raisins for this recipe
Cinnamon
Brown Sugar – or white sugar
Walnuts – or hazelnuts work too

How to bake stuffed apples in the oven?

Prepare the apples – Wash them first, then remove the core and seeds using an apple corer, melon baller, or a sharp knife with a small spoon.
Make the filling – In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, raisins, and walnuts. Feel free to swap the walnuts for other nuts you have on hand, like hazelnuts or almonds—or leave them out altogether.
Stuff and bake – Fill each hollowed apple with the mixture, then place them in a preheated oven. Bake until the apples are tender, the skins begin to crack, and they take on a golden-brown color. To prevent the raisins and nuts from burning, loosely cover the apples with parchment paper while baking.

How to prepare stuffed apples in Air Fryer?

Preparing apples in the air fryer is quite similar to baking them in the oven (just with a bit more airflow).

To make air fryer baked apples, core and stuff them as described above. Place the stuffed apples in the air fryer basket and cook at 350°F / 180°C for 15–20 minutes. Check them every 5–7 minutes to make sure they don’t overcook or burn.

How to make baked apples for BABY?

If you’re interested in making your baby’s first foods at home, baked apple is a fantastic choice. It’s naturally sweet, gentle on tiny tummies, and incredibly easy to prepare.

Here’s how to make it:

Wash an apple (or a few) under cold water. Organic or locally grown apples from a clean region are always the best option.
Place the apple—skin on—into baking foil and wrap it completely, sealing the top so the juices don’t escape.
Set the wrapped apple on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F / 180°C until it’s soft.
Once baked, remove the skin, scoop out the flesh, and puree until smooth. Serve and enjoy with your little one.

Easy Baked Stuffed Apples Recipe to make at home

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