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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Wash and core the apples, preserving the bottoms. Slice a small portion off the top of each apple to widen the opening.
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In a medium bowl, combine pumpkin puree, breadcrumbs, brown sugar, chopped pecans, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. Stir until evenly blended.
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Fill each cored apple evenly with the pumpkin mixture.
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Place the stuffed apples upright in a baking dish. Drizzle the melted butter and maple syrup over the top of the apples.
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Pour approximately 1/4 inch of water into the bottom of the baking dish. Bake for 30-40 minutes until apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
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Remove from oven and serve warm.