4 Easy Thanksgiving Desserts in Under 45 min

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and flavor.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Almonds are often less expensive and provide a similar crunch.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: chopped dates

Dried cranberries offer a tart flavor, while chopped dates are usually cheaper.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Core the apples and place them in a baking dish.

In a bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, oats, raisins, and chopped walnuts.

Fill each apple with the mixture, pressing down gently.

Place a small piece of butter on top of each filled apple.

Pour a little water into the bottom of the baking dish to prevent burning.

Cover the dish with aluminum foil.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the apples are tender.

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the tops are golden.

Let cool slightly before serving.

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