Description
Warm and comforting, this WW Baked Oat & Walnut-Stuffed Apple is the perfect low-point dessert, combining sweet apples, nutty oats, and a touch of cinnamon.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 medium Apple: (, preferably Pink Lady or Empire, for their natural sweetness and sturdy texture.)
- 2 tbsp Water: (, to keep the apple moist during baking.)
- 2 tablespoon Quick oats: (, for a hearty and fiber-rich filling.)
- 2½ teaspoon Chopped walnuts: (, for a nutty crunch and omega-3 boost.)
- 2 teaspoon Whipped salted butter: (, adds a touch of richness)
- 1 – 1/4 teaspoons Dark brown sugar: ( for anatural sweetness and slight caramel flavor.)
- ‘1/4teaspoon Lemon peel: (finely grated, for brightness and a hint of citrus.)
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground cinnamon: (, because what’s a baked apple without cinnamon?)
- WW Tip:
- Substitute the dark brown sugar with a zero-calorie sweetener like monk fruit to lower the points further.
Instructions
Prep the Apple:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Slice a ¼-inch top off the apple and use a melon baller to scoop out the core, leaving the bottom intact.
Set Up for Baking:
2. Place the apple in a ramekin and pour the water into the base to keep it tender as it bakes. Cover tightly with foil.
First bake
3. Bake the covered apple for 25 minutes.This softens it while ensuring it doesn’t dry out. Prepare the Filling:
4. In a small bowl, mix the oats, walnuts, butter, brown sugar, lemon zest, and cinnamon until combined.
Stuff and Finish:
5. Remove the foil from the apple and fill it generously with the oat mixture. Bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes until the filling crisps up.
6. Serve warm and enjoy the comforting blend of textures and flavors.
Points per serving – 4
Note
This WW Baked Oat & Walnut-Stuffed Apple has a special place in my heart-and my kitchen. The first time I made it, I wasn’t sure how my family would react. My kids, notorious dessert critics, devoured it in minutes and begged for more. My husband, a die-hard pie lover, declared it “better than apple pie!” (a high compliment in our house).
It’s become a go-to dessert, whether we’re winding down a weeknight or gathering for the holidays. The best part? I love knowing it’s a treat we can all enjoy without guilt. It’s wholesome, simple, and oh-so-satisfying!🍎