Lisa Grentz, MS, RDN, CD
Whether picking your own apples or going to the market to purchase apples, there is an abundance of varieties to choose from. All apples are rich in fiber. In fact, one large apple provides approximately 20% of the recommended daily value of dietary fiber. In addition, apples are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants. The nutrition properties of apples combined with their crisp delicious taste, make them an excellent choice for snacking or baking.
Baked Apple with Ginger and Chamomile
2 TBSP unsalted butter
2 large granny smith apples, peeled and diced into ¼-inch chunks (about 1 ½ cups)
½ tsp. ground ginger
½ tsp. dried chamomile (like from a tea bag)
¼ tsp. ground cinnamon
Splash of vanilla
1-2 tsp. maple syrup (optional)
Juice of 1 small lemon
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the apples, ginger, chamomile, cinnamon, and vanilla. Turn down heat to low.
Add the maple syrup, if using, then cover and cook for 5 minutes. Stir the apples and check for tenderness. The apples should be fragrant and easily mashed while lightly pressed with a spoon. If they are not tender enough, cook for a couple of more minutes. Remove the apples from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. Allow the apples to cool.
Serve as is, on top of yogurt, chia seed pudding, or oatmeal, or top with whipped cream.
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