Baked apple with glazed orange

A healthy, delicious, yet decadent-looking dessert that is low in sugar, low in fat and high in fibre. Less sugar can be used, so adjust it to taste. It looks so decadent, yet it is a really healthy way to enjoy a sweet dessert after your main meal.

Nutrition rundown

• 🍎 High in fibre (18.2% daily value per serve) primarily from apples, raspberries and orange pulp, supporting gut health and steady digestion.
• 🍊 Naturally rich in vitamin C as oranges and raspberries provide strong antioxidant support for immune health and collagen production.
• 🌰 Heart-supportive fats from pecans, a small amount of healthy monounsaturated fats contributes to overall cardiovascular balance.
• 🩸 Low in sodium (under 1% DV) which excellent for those monitoring blood pressure.
• ⚖️ Moderate natural sugar content as most sugars come from fruit, brown sugar adds sweetness but remains balanced by fibre.
• 🔥 Low total fat and very low saturated fat and suitable for heart-conscious eating patterns.
• 🦴 Small calcium contribution from yoghurt (varies depending on dairy or plant-based choice).
• 🌿 Anti-inflammatory properties from cinnamon, which may assist blood sugar regulation.
• 💪 Light protein boost from yoghurt and pecans, enhancing satiety.
• 🧡 Antioxidant rich dessert option as the raspberries and apples contain polyphenols which help combat oxidative stress.
• ⚡ Energy-supporting whole carbohydrates are ideal as a wholesome dessert or post-meal sweet without excessive calories.

Ingredients

• 6 organic apples (any firm type)
• 2 organic oranges
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 Tbsp organic yoghurt (use coconut, milk, soy or whatever you like)
• 1/2 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
• 6 tspn grated pecans
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup water

Method

1. Peel the skin and most of the pith (white part) from the oranges and slice 1cm thick.
2. Arrange half the orange slices on the bottom of a baking dish.
3. Mix the ground cinnamon with the brown sugar and add about half of it to the oranges.
4. Peel the skin from the apples and set aside in cold water to prevent browning of the skin (from oxidisation).
5. Add the apples to the baking tray, on top of the oranges.
6. Add the rest of the orange slices on top of the oranges (add any extra slices to the bottom of the tray).
7. Sprinkle the rest of the sugar over the apples and the oranges.
8. Measure out 1/2 cup of the water that the apples were in and pour it over everything in the baking dish.
9. Cook at low-medium heat 150°C for about 20-25 minutes (or until the apples are soft and there is a glaze on the oranges).
10. Serve warm with some yoghurt, sprinkle some raspberries over the yoghurt and sprinkle some grated pecan nuts over the top.

Nutrition information

The % daily values are based on a diet of 2000 calories per day
These are approximate values.