This wholesome baked apple dish offers a comforting twist on traditional granola by using fresh apples and raisins as the base, topped with crisp cereal for texture. It’s a naturally fat-free, vegan-friendly option that highlights the natural sweetness of fruit enhanced with warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. Perfect for a cozy weekend morning or a light, healthy dessert, this recipe is simple to prepare with pantry staples. The tender baked apples contrast beautifully with the crunchy granola topping, creating a satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet light. Ideal for health-conscious cooks looking for a nutritious, flavorful start to the day or a guilt-free treat.
Fat Free Granola
Description
This wholesome baked apple dish offers a comforting twist on traditional granola by using fresh apples and raisins as the base, topped with crisp cereal for texture. It&# 226;ÂÂs a naturally fat-free, vegan-friendly option that highlights the natural sweetness of fruit enhanced with warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. Perfect for a cozy weekend morning or a light, healthy dessert, this recipe is simple to prepare with pantry staples. The tender baked apples contrast beautifully with the crunchy granola topping, creating a satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet light. Ideal for health-conscious cooks looking for a nutritious, flavorful start to the day or a guilt-free treat.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
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Pour boiling water over the raisins and let them sit for five minutes to plump up, then drain.
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Core the apples and cut them into thick slices.
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Place the apple slices in a casserole dish.
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Add the drained raisins to the apples and mix gently to combine.
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Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon and a pinch of ground cloves over the mixture.
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Cover the dish and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until the apples are tender but not mushy.
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Remove from oven and sprinkle enough fat-free granola to cover the top of the apples.
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Return the uncovered dish to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the granola is lightly browned and crisp.
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Serve warm with soymilk, or chilled with warm soymilk or custard.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 163.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.5g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4.2mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 43.7g15%
- Dietary Fiber 6.0g24%
- Sugars 33.9g
- Protein 1.1g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.