Vegan Baked Apples With Buckwheat and Walnuts
These vegan baked apples with buckwheat and walnuts are warm, fragrant and easy to prepare. The tender apples are filled with cooked buckwheat, crunchy walnuts, cinnamon and brown sugar.
They make a comforting autumn or winter dessert. However, you can also enjoy them as a sweet breakfast or afternoon snack. In addition, the recipe uses only a few affordable ingredients and serves four people.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THESE VEGAN BAKED APPLES
The buckwheat and walnuts give the filling a lovely texture, while cinnamon and brown sugar add warmth and sweetness. Moreover, the apples become soft and juicy as they bake.
You can also add raisins or dried cranberries to the filling. If you prefer, serve the warm apples with vegan ice cream, coconut whipped cream or melted dark chocolate.
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert or breakfast
Author: Natali Smilevska — Just Flora No Fauna
INGREDIENTS
- 4 medium red apples
- ½ cup (approximately 85 g) uncooked buckwheat groats
- ½ cup (approximately 60 g) walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Optional: raisins or dried cranberries
- Optional: vegan ice cream or coconut whipped cream, for serving
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a small baking tray or baking dish with parchment paper.
- Cook the buckwheat according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain any excess water and allow it to cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, wash and dry the apples. Slice off the tops and carefully remove the cores. Leave the bottoms intact so the filling does not fall out.
- Place the cooked buckwheat in a bowl. Add the chopped walnuts, cinnamon and brown sugar. If desired, add a small handful of raisins or dried cranberries. Mix everything well.
- Spoon the buckwheat mixture into the apples. Gently press the filling down, then place the apple tops back on.
- Arrange the filled apples in the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the apples are tender but still hold their shape.
- Finally, remove the apples from the oven and let them rest for about five minutes before serving.
SERVING AND STORAGE
Serve the baked apples warm with an additional sprinkle of cinnamon. For a more indulgent dessert, add vegan ice cream, coconut whipped cream or a drizzle of melted dark chocolate.
For another cosy cinnamon treat, try my Easy Vegan Cinnamon Cookies With Coconut.
Allow leftover apples to cool completely. Afterward, place them in a covered container and refrigerate them for up to three days. Reheat them gently in the oven or microwave before serving.
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Thank you for following and supporting what I do. Wishing you a lovely day! 💖
Hugs,
Natali
