Apple Snack Low Calorie Recipe

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this quick and easy microwave apple snack! A healthy, delicious treat perfect for a busy weekday or a light dessert. This recipe, inspired by a 1998 cookbook, is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser – tender baked apples with a hint of spice and lemon. Ready in under 20 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 110.8 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
Apple Snack Low Calorie

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Apple Snack Low Calorie

  • Golden Delicious Apples
  • 1/4 cup apple juice
  • Cinnamon
  • Nutmeg
  • Zest of 1/2 lemon

How to Make Apple Snack Low Calorie

  1. Preheat your microwave.
  2. Core 2 medium apples (about 1 pound total).
  3. Arrange the cored apples in a 3-quart microwave-safe baking dish in two rows.
  4. Pour 1/4 cup of apple juice over the apples.
  5. Sprinkle evenly with 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, and the zest of 1/2 a lemon.
  6. Cover the baking dish with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap, leaving a small vent for steam to escape.
  7. Microwave on high for 7 minutes. Gently turn the apples, then microwave for another 4-6 minutes, or until the apples are tender and heated through. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

88g

Fat

0g

Carbs

9g