Baked Apple Crisp Stuffed Apples

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   With a sharp paring knife, carefully carve a cavity out of apple, leaving a 1/4-inch border around edge and about 1/2-inch at bottom. Discard removed flesh and core. Arrange apples cut side up in a 9-inch casserole dish or pie plate.

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   Place flour, oats, brown sugar, spice, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Stir with a fork to combine. Drizzle melted butter into bowl, and mix with fork until mixture forms large crumbs.

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   Pro tip: Don't have pre-packaged apple pie spice? Make your own by combining a few teaspoons of cinnamon with a few dashes of nutmeg, allspice, ground ginger, and cardamom. Adjust balance of spices depending on your preference!

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   Spoon streusel mixture evenly into each apple, packing it lightly and creating a mound at top.

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   Bake on middle rack until extremely fork-tender and streusel is golden brown, 45-55 minutes.

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   Check to see that apples are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

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   Allow to cool 10-15 minutes before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.