1/4cupbrown coconut sugaror your favorite sweetener
1teaspoonground cinnamon
2tablespoonsunsalted buttersoftened; sub with coconut oil for a dairy-free option
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Stand each apple upright. Using a melon baller, remove the core of each apple, but be sure not to go through the bottom of the apple. The center cavity should be about 1" wide.
4 large apples
Combine the oats, pecans, sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl, then add the butter and mix well to combine.
1/4 cup old fashioned rolled oats, 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup brown coconut sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Divide the filling between the apples and place in an 8x8" baking dish.
Pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the baking dish, and bake the apples uncovered for about 45 minutes, or until the apple is tender but still holds its shape.
Cool the apples slightly, then slice in half and serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream. Enjoy!
Notes
Pro tip: The best apples for baking are Jonagold, Pink Lady, Honeycrisp, Braeburn, Golden Delicious and Granny Smith. They have great flavor and they hold their shape well!