Vegan Twice Baked Maple Pecan Apples
Indulge in the warmth of fall with these Vegan Twice Baked Maple Pecan Apples. This delightful dessert combines the natural sweetness of tender apples with rich maple syrup, crunchy pecans, and a blend of warm spices. Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a comforting treat after dinner, these twice-baked apples are not only delicious but also easy to prepare. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or reheated later, they offer a burst of autumn flavor in every bite. With their versatility, they can be customized with your favorite nuts or spices, making them a hit among family members of all ages.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 3 (1 filled apple per serving) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Autumn
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 apples
- 6 Tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
- 1 cup raw pecans
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 3 Tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 Teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 Teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 Teaspoon ground allspice
- 3 Tablespoons coconut sugar
- Additional maple syrup to drizzle on top
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
- Place hollowed apples in an oven-safe pan and bake for 5-7 minutes.
- In a food processor, pulse coconut flakes and pecans until roughly ground.
- In a bowl, combine the coconut-pecan mixture with cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and coconut sugar.
- Stir in melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until clumps form.
- Fold in roughly chopped apple flesh from hollowed apples.
- Fill each apple generously with the mixture.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filled apple (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg