Cinnamon-Baked Apples with Vanilla Oat Crumble

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Warm baked apples topped with a crunchy oat crumble and a dollop of vanilla Greek yogurt for a simple, satisfying dessert. This american-inspired desserts (vegan) ready in about 50 minutes layers honeycrisp apples, rolled oats, all-purpose flour into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place 4 cored and halved honeycrisp apples in a baking dish, cut-side up.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine 3/4 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon. Add 3 tbsp cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut until crumbly.
  3. Step 3: Evenly sprinkle the oat crumble mixture over the apples. Press gently to adhere.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 35-40 minutes until apples are tender when pierced with a fork and crumble is golden brown.
  5. Step 5: Let cool for 10 minutes. Serve warm with 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt and garnish with 2 cinnamon sticks.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Cinnamon-Baked Apples with Vanilla Oat Crumble take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (10 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Cinnamon-Baked Apples with Vanilla Oat Crumble?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon-Baked Apples with Vanilla Oat Crumble?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Cinnamon-Baked Apples with Vanilla Oat Crumble for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Cinnamon-Baked Apples with Vanilla Oat Crumble vegan?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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