Pecan Baked Apples

Millican Pecan - Pecan Baked Apples
By American Pecan Council

Baked apples are a classic fall dessert, and this version is made sweeter (and more nutritious) with fresh Texas pecans straight from our orchard. At Millican Pecan, we’ve been perfecting the art of pecan flavor since 1888—and when you combine our rich, buttery pecans with the natural sweetness of apples, something magical happens.

These baked apples are filled with a mixture of chopped pecans, cinnamon, and brown sugar, then slowly roasted until tender and golden. As they bake, the filling caramelizes and creates a sweet, nutty center that’s packed with comforting, autumn flavors. Top them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, and you’ve got a dessert that feels both nostalgic and indulgent.

Why You'll Love This Recipe:

  • Fresh apples stuffed with cinnamon, brown sugar, and Millican pecans

  • Simple, wholesome ingredients that are easy to find

  • Perfect for fall gatherings, Thanksgiving, or cozy nights in

  • Naturally gluten-free and easy to customize with oats, raisins, or maple syrup

Whether you're hosting friends or just need a little something special after dinner, these pecan-stuffed baked apples bring the warmth of the season to every bite.

See also: Easy Apple Jam Recipe with Pecans

Pecan Baked Apples

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup raw pecan pieces
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room-temperature
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 5 apples, cored and cut in half
  • 3 1/3 cups vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 9-inch-by-13-inch casserole dish.
  2. In a bowl, combine pecans, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and kosher salt. Stir to combine. Using a fork, cut the butter into the brown sugar mixture until it resembles pea-sized crumbs.
  3. Add the apple halves to the prepared casserole dish. Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar mixture over the top of the apples. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake, covered, for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the apples are tender.
  4. Serve warm. If you’d like, top each apple with around 2/3 cup ice cream and a generous drizzle of the caramelized brown sugar mixture at the bottom of the pan.

Nutrition Facts:

Calories

500

Fat

25g

Sat Fat

7g

Sodium

210mg

Carbs

72g

Fiber

7g

Protein

3g

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