A versatile and popular fruit, the health benefits of apples are numerous. Read on to find out how apples can benefit you.

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10 Amazing Health Benefits of Apples

A healthy twist on an all time favourite! This delicious campfire breakfast packs in the flavour, satisfying those sweet cravings.

Serves 6

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In cast iron skillet large enough to hold apples in single layer, toast sunflower seeds until golden (about 3 to 5 minutes). Remove toasted seeds to mug or bowl.

Core apples and place in cast iron skillet or camping pot, cutting off a side or two of some, if necessary, to make them fit in a single layer. Sprinkle cranberries, cinnamon, and toasted sunflower seeds into and around hollowed-out apples. Stuff star anise petals between apples and pour 1/4 cup (60 mL) water overtop.

Cover and place skillet on grill grate for 10 minutes, until apples have released a lot of their juices, then remove cover and cook for 5 to 10 minutes longer, until juices have reduced and thickened slightly.

Let cool for 5 minutes, sprinkle with more cinnamon, and serve.

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Breakfast Cinnamon-Baked Apples with Star Anise, Cranberries, and Sunflower Seeds

Cooking with apples results in a lot of cores destined for the compost. Knowing how to make apple cider vinegar is an easy way to use those scraps!

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In well-ventilated kitchen, toast wood chips in large frying pan over high heat, moving pan frequently until wood just begins to smoke. Lay 2 pieces of cheesecloth on clean counter (in layers), place wood chips on top, and tie into a u201ctea bag.u201d Make sure all wood is secure so none escapes into your vinegar.

Fill 1/2 gallon (1.9 L) jar with apple scraps. Place wood chip bag on top to prevent apple scraps from floating. Pour in honey water, adding more water to fully submerge apple scraps if necessary. Place 1/2 cup (125 mL) Mason jar on top to keep scraps submerged. Cover with clean piece of cheesecloth and place in warm spot in kitchen.

Skim off any residue that appears daily. Taste after 1 month, and ferment for up to 4 weeks more. Itu2019s done when you like the taste. Store in fridge for maximum life.

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These healthy, soft, and chewy apple pie bars allow you to enjoy the comforting taste of apple pie. But without all the work!

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Serves 9.

Mix arrowroot powder or cornstarch with warm water in small bowl until no clumps remain. Set aside.

Combine apples, sugar, and cinnamon in small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and let cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, until apples are soft and easy to break apart with a spoon. Remove from heat and stir in premixed arrowroot and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined and set aside to cool.

Preheat oven to 350 F (180 C). Brush an 8 x 8 x 2 in (20 x 20 x 5 cm) baking dish with coconut oil and line with parchment paper, leaving a few inches of overhang on sides to allow for easy removal. Set aside.

In large mixing bowl, combine oats, oat flour, almond flour, and salt. Add maple syrup, applesauce, and coconut oil, and mix until all ingredients are well combined and dough begins to form.

Reserving 1/4 cup (60 mL) dough, transfer remaining dough to prepared baking dish, using your fingers or spatula to ensure even distribution. Spoon apple filling overtop, using spatula to spread evenly. Add sliced almonds to reserved dough and sprinkle mixture on top, breaking up bigger chunks and pressing down lightly.

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until top begins to turn a light golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 15 minutes before removing from pan and cutting into bars.

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