Baked apples are one of those tricky desserts that sounds healthy but usually isn’t. Let’s face it: No amount of wholesome fruit can stand up against an onslaught of butter and refined sugar. But this recipe is different. Using just a half-tablespoon of coconut sugar for the whole batch keeps added sugars in check and lets the apples’ natural sweetness shine. (Find out what’s really in your coconut milk latte. You might be surprised.) Prep time: 5 minutesTotal time: 40 minutesServes 6 6 Granny Smith apples ¼ c hazelnuts ¼ c pecans ⅛ c shredded coconut ⅛ c raisins ½ Tbsp coconut sugar ½ tsp cinnamon 1 Tbsp coconut oil, melted 1 pinch sea salt coconut or natural yogurt for garnish

  1. Heat the oven to 350ºF.2. Use a small sharp knife or corer to remove the core from the apple, leaving an inch at the bottom so filling won’t fall out. MORE: Dessert in a Blender: Carrot Cake Juice
  2. Chop nuts, then transfer to a bowl along with all other ingredients except apples and yogurt. Stir well to combine, then stuff the apples with the mixture.4. Place the apples in a snug-fitting baking tray and cook for 30 minutes. Serve with yogurt. NUTRITION (per serving)190 cal, 2 g pro, 28 g carb, 6 g fiber, 20 g sugars, 10 g fat, 3 g sat fat, 35 mg sodium