Baked apples with cinnamon: a warm and aromatic dessert

A sweet twist on the classic apple.

A delicious recipe that can be enjoyed by everyone, from athletes to people with diabetes, with appropriate portion control. This dessert is relatively low in calories and fat, making it a lighter alternative to traditional sweets.

Enjoy a different and delicious way to eat your fruit, without overindulging or feeling guilty.

Ingredients for 6 Servings

• 6 medium apples (preferably small, firm apples)

• 6 tsp honey

• 3 tsp cinnamon

• 6 almonds, finely chopped

• 6 walnuts, finely chopped

tsp: teaspoon

Method

1. Cut each apple into four pieces and remove the seeds and core. Arrange the apple quarters in a baking tray.

2. Drizzle each serving of four apple quarters with 1 tsp of honey and sprinkle with ½ tsp of cinnamon and 1 tsp of mixed chopped nuts (almonds and walnuts).

3. Bake in a preheated oven at 180–200°C (356–392°F) for approximately 1 hour, or until the apples are tender.

Dietitian’s Tip

Cinnamon may have a beneficial effect on blood glucose regulation, although research findings are mixed. Honey adds natural sweetness and contains small amounts of beneficial compounds, but it still contributes sugar to the recipe.

You can also try this recipe with pears or even peaches for a delicious variation.

Nutritional Information per Serving (4 Apple Quarters)

Vitamins and Minerals

Percentages of recommended daily intake based on a 2,000-calorie diet, as provided in the original recipe.