Low Acid Baked Apples

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This soft-baked comfort food uses Gala or Fuji apples stuffed with a cozy filling of coconut sugar, raisins, and nuts, all held together with gentle fats like ghee or coconut oil. Spiced lightly with cinnamon and optionally nutmeg or clove, this GERD-safe recipe is perfect for those managing acid sensitivity while enjoying a wholesome dessert.

Ingredients Needed:

• 4 Gala, Fuji, or Golden Delicious apples: low acid, peeled or unpeeled.
• 1½ tablespoons ghee or coconut oil: softens filling and helps caramelize.
• 1½ tablespoons coconut sugar: adds natural sweetness.
• 2–3 tablespoons chopped nuts (optional): use walnuts or pecans.
• 2–3 tablespoons raisins (optional): for texture and sweetness.
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon: gentle spice.
• ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg (optional): use only if tolerated.
• Pinch of ground clove (optional): very small amount, optional.

How To Make Low Acid Baked Apples:

Preheat Oven: Set oven to 180°C (350°F).

Make the Filling: In a bowl, mix ghee or coconut oil with coconut sugar, chopped nuts, raisins, cinnamon, and optional spices. This forms a fragrant paste.

Core the Apples: Core each apple about halfway down, leaving the base intact. Create a hollow around 1.5 cm wide for the filling.

Score the Apples: With a sharp knife, make a shallow horizontal cut around the middle of each apple to help prevent skin splitting.

Fill the Apples: Stand apples upright in an oven-safe dish. Stuff each center with the prepared filling. Let some filling mound slightly on top.

Bake: Bake for 30 minutes or until apples are soft when pierced with a skewer. Firmer apples may need 5–10 minutes more.

Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm.

Recipe Tips:

• Use Fuji or Gala apples for the most acid-neutral results.
• Skip raisins or nuts for an extra gentle, GERD-safe version.
• Coconut oil creates a lightly crisp top and soft center.
• For extra moisture, add a splash of water or oat milk to the baking dish.

How to Store & Reheat:

• Room Temperature: Best enjoyed fresh.
• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Reheat: Warm in microwave or oven at 325°F until heated through.

Nutrition Facts (approx. per serving):

• Calories: 180
• Sodium: 5 mg
• Protein: 1.5 g
• Fat: 7 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fibre: 4 g
• Sugar: 18 g

FAQs:

Are baked apples low acid?
Yes—when made with low acid apple varieties like Fuji or Gala, they are gentle on digestion.

Can I skip the raisins and nuts?
Yes. Omitting them makes this dish even more stomach-soothing and reflux-friendly.

Is cinnamon okay for acid reflux?
In small amounts, yes. But skip if you know it causes irritation.

What oil is best for low acid baking?
Coconut oil is gentle and adds a slight sweetness.

Do I need to peel the apples?
Not required. Leaving the peel adds fibre, but peel if you prefer a softer texture.

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• Low Acid Popsicles
• Low Acid Apple Crisp
• Low Acid Sponge Cake