1. Preheat oven to 350ºF (180ºC).2. Filling: Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
3. Assembly: Wash and dry apples. With a sharp knife, slice 1/2" (1cm) off the top of each apple and set aside. With the knife tip, cut around the core and then use a metal spoon to scoop out the rest of the core, making sure to leave the bottom intact (like a cup).
4. Fill each apple with 1 - 2 tbsp of filling (15-30mL) and cover with reserved apple tops.
5. Place filled apples in 9 x 13 (23cm x 33cm) baking pan, and sprinkle with any remaining filling. Pour apple juice in bottom of pan.
6. Cover tightly with foil and bake at 350ºF (180ºC) for 40 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for 15 to 20 minutes.