Spiced Baked Apples, Pears and Mandarins

These Spiced Baked Apples, Pears and Mandarins topped with Pecans and Pomegranate are a simple vegan dessert or topping. In less than 15 minutes you can have a fresh and flavorful fruit topping for yogurt, oatmeal or cheesecake. This roasted fruit is good enough to eat on its own. This recipe is vegan, Paleo, dairy free and gluten free.

This recipe is sponsored by Thrive® Culinary Algae Oil.

How do you make Healthy Paleo Baked Apples?

Super quick and easy . . . that’s how! Seriously though, just slice your fresh Fall/Winter fruit, toss with Thrive Culinary Algae Oil and spices then broil. This is The Most flavorful fruit topping you can make and perfect for the holiday feasts!

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How do you make Baked Apple Slices?

Yes, this is why this recipe is so quick. Slice the apples and pears that way they cook evenly and much faster. Broil on high for 10-12 minutes and that’s it! Stir in the maple syrup (which is optional), pomegranate seeds and roasted pecan or walnuts once the fruit is done broiling.

What type of apples should you use?

I use gala because I like the flavor and consistency and they seem to cook fairy quickly. But feel free to use your favorite apples.

What if you don’t want any added sugar?

You can totally omit the maple syrup. The fruit itself adds a sweetness so it is not absolutely necessary.

Can this be made ahead?

Absolutely! This tastes wonderful cold too. Store in your refrigerator then just serve cold or reheat in the microwave before serving.

What should you serve these baked apples and pears with?

Yogurt, oatmeal and cheesecake are the obvious choices. But really, this is great on cakes, pies, ice cream, dessert dips or even alongside your turkey dinner. Here are a few more serving ideas: Paleo Slow Cooker Turkey Breast, Mini Pumpkin Cream Pies, Brown Butter Glazed Bundt Cake.

Not only is this Spiced Baked Apples, Pears and Mandarins recipe great for holiday feasts, it will make your house smell divine!

And how gorgeous is this on top of yogurt, oatmeal or desserts!?!?

It’s not often that you get a recipe that is nutritious, beautiful, simple, quick and a guaranteed crowd pleaser. But this checks off all of those boxes.

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