Best 7 Microwave Baked Apples With Granola Recipes

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Are you craving a sweet and comforting dessert that's incredibly easy to make? Look no further than microwave-baked apples with granola! This delicious snack or dessert can be whipped up in just a few minutes and is a fantastic way to enjoy the flavors of fall. With just a few simple ingredients and a microwave, you can create tender, juicy apples filled with warm spices and topped with crunchy granola. This delightful treat is not only incredibly easy to make, but it's also packed with nutrients, making it a healthier alternative to traditional desserts.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MICROWAVE BAKED APPLES WITH GRANOLA FOR TWO



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Enjoy breakfast with these microwaved raisin filled apples, that are topped with Nature Valley® Low Fat Fruit Granola - ready in just 10 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large crisp apple (such as Braeburn, Gala or Fuji)
1 tablespoon raisins or sweetened dried cranberries
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons margarine or butter, softened
1/2 cup Nature Valley™ Low Fat Fruit Granola

Steps:

  • Cut apple in half lengthwise. With spoon, remove and discard core, making at least a 1-inch indentation in each apple half. Place each half in small microwave-safe bowl.
  • Fill each apple half evenly with raisins and brown sugar; dot with margarine. Cover each with microwave-safe plastic wrap, venting one corner.
  • Microwave each apple half on HIGH for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes or until apple is tender. Top each with granola. If desired, serve with a little milk, cream or fruit-flavored yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 31 g

GRANOLA-STUFFED BAKED APPLES



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Provided by Silvana Nardone

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large apples, such as Honey Crisp, cored
1 cup oat-free granola
2 tablespoons coconut sugar
2 tablespoons coconut oil or unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup apple cider

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place the apples in a small baking dish. In a small bowl, mix together the granola, sugar, coconut oil and cinnamon. Spoon the granola mixture into the apples. Pour the cider around the apples in the dish, loosely cover the dish with foil and bake, basting occasionally, until the apples are tender when pierced with a fork, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 74 milligrams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 37 grams

MICROWAVE BAKED APPLES WITH GRANOLA



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Good-for-you apples and oat-filled granola bars create a homey dessert. The microwave makes it extra-easy.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large crisp apples (such as Braeburn, Gala or Fuji)
2 tablespoons raisins or sweetened dried cranberries
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
4 teaspoons butter or margarine, softened
4 Nature Valley™ crunchy granola bars (2 pouches from 8.9-oz box) (any flavor), crushed
Milk, cream or fruit-flavored yogurt, if desired

Steps:

  • Cut apples in half lengthwise. Using spoon, remove and discard cores, making at least a 1-inch indentation in each apple half. In microwavable pie plate, arrange apple halves, cut sides up. If needed, cut thin slice off bottoms to keep halves from tipping.
  • Fill each apple half evenly with raisins and brown sugar; dot with butter. Cover with microwavable plastic wrap, folding back one edge 1/4 inch to vent steam.
  • Microwave on High 5 to 6 minutes or until apples are tender. Top each with granola. Serve with milk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 0 g

MICROWAVE BAKED APPLES



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This is an easy and fast baked apple recipe. Great for brunch or snack. Stuff the apples with any additional fruits that you wish -- cranberries stuffed into apples are especially delicious.

Provided by Nicole M.

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 11m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 apples
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons butter

Steps:

  • Core the apples, leaving the bottom intact.
  • In a bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Spoon the sugar mixture into the apples and set a teaspoon (or more to your taste) of butter on top of each apple. Place the apples in a deep casserole dish and cover.
  • Microwave for 3 1/2 to 4 minutes or until tender. Let the apples sit for a couple minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 33 mg, Sugar 32.1 g

BAKED APPLES IN MICROWAVE



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Make and share this Baked Apples in Microwave recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 medium baking apples
6 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (or more)

Steps:

  • Wash and core apples.
  • Make a shallow cut in the skin completely around each apple, one-inch from the bottom.
  • This keeps skin from shrinking during cooking.
  • Place apples in a glass baking dish or in individual custard cups.
  • Place 1 tablespoon brown sugar and 1/2 tablespoon butter into the core of each apple.
  • Sprinkle with cinnamon.
  • Cover apples with wax paper.
  • Microwave on High for 10 to 14 minutes, or until tender.
  • Let stand, covered, 3 minutes before serving.
  • For one apple, use an individual custard cup or bowl and microwave for 2 to 3 minutes on High, for two apples, microwave 3 to 4 minutes on High.

GRANOLA BAKED APPLES



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The perfect last-minute dessert - this simple warming winter pudding is budget-friendly and delicious served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

Provided by Katy Greenwood

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 heaped tbsp granola
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp light brown soft sugar
½ orange , zested and juiced
4 dessert apples (such as Cox's or Braeburns), cored and scored around the circumference
20g butter
crème fraîche or ice cream, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Mix together the granola, cinnamon, sugar and orange zest and juice. Put the apples on a baking tray and spoon the granola mixture into the hole, spooning over any juice left. Top each one with a knob of butter and bake for 30 mins until soft and sticky. Serve with a scoop of crème fraîche or ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 21 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

MICROWAVE "BAKED" APPLE FOR ONE



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Make and share this Microwave "baked" Apple for One recipe from Food.com.

Provided by spiritussancto

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 1 snack/desert, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 large apple, cored (whatever type you like, peel if desired)
1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar (or white sugar, or splenda i suppose)
2 pinches cinnamon

Steps:

  • prep your apple and place in a small bowl so the hole through the core is up.
  • fill hole with sugar and cinnamon, can also add or substitute pumpkin/apple pie spice or cloves. add raisins if you like, drizzle of maple syrup, whatever.
  • wrap tightly over the bowl with good quality plastic wrap. it must be air tight or this wont work. microwave on high for 5 min.
  • the plastic wrap will have made a big bubble as it cooks, this is normal. it works like a steamer to cook the apple fast. when taken from the microwave (WITH POT HOLDERS) it will shrink wrap your apple, it's kinda fun to watch. now keeping those pot holder on, carefully pull off the plastic wrap with a fork, mind the live steam.
  • let it cool for five min, serve alone or with ice cream, crumbled cookies, or a bit of evaporated milk.
  • repeat until you have no apples or your stomach explodes.

Tips:

  • Choose firm, tart apples for baking, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • Use a sharp knife to core the apples, being careful not to cut all the way through the bottom.
  • Fill the apple cavities with your favorite fillings, such as brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter, or oats, nuts, and dried fruit.
  • Microwave the apples on high power for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender but still hold their shape.
  • Top the apples with granola and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup before serving.

Conclusion:

Microwave-baked apples are a quick and easy dessert that can be enjoyed all year round. With a variety of fillings and toppings to choose from, there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give microwave-baked apples a try. You won't be disappointed!

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