Ingredients
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- 6 tablespoons butter
- â…“ cup light brown sugar, packed
- â…“ cup all-purpose flour
- â…” cup rolled oats
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 dash nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
- 4 large baking apples
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large oven-proof skillet, melt the butter.
- Pour the melted butter into a medium mixing bowl and add the brown sugar, flour, rolled oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until combined.
- Wash the apples and cut them in half through the stem. Use a spoon, small knife, or melon baller to remove the core.
- Place apples, skin side down, in the greased skillet.
- Stuff the apples with the filling mixture, pressing lightly to keep it in place. Pour the water around the apples.
- Cover tightly and bake for 20 minutes. Remove cover and bake an additional 30–40 minutes, or until apples are fork-tender but not mushy.
- Serve warm with ice cream and a drizzle of caramel if desired.
Notes
- Use firm baking apples like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Braeburn for best results.
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the oat mixture for extra crunch.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian