Creating Baked Apples can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Apples: Core the apples, making sure to leave the bottom intact to hold the filling.
3. Make Filling: In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, rolled oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, chopped nuts, and raisins if using.
4. Stuff Apples: Fill each apple with the mixture, packing it tightly.
5. Add Butter: Place a small piece of butter on top of the filling in each apple.
6. Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the filled apples upright in a baking dish. Pour apple cider or water into the dish to create steam.
7. Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until apples are tender.
8. Cool: Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
9. Serve: Serve warm, drizzled with syrup from the baking dish if desired.

These steps will guide you in creating Baked Apples effortlessly.