Description
Baked apples are a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of fresh fruit with the warmth of spices. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to festive gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a comforting dish that fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma. The best part? Baked apples are highly customizable, allowing you to adjust flavors and toppings based on your preferences. Enjoy them warm, paired with vanilla ice cream or drizzled with caramel sauce for an indulgent experience that’s also guilt-free!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 firm apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- ¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp butter (cut into small pieces)
- ½ cup apple juice or water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Wash and core the apples, leaving the bottoms intact.
- In a mixing bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, nuts, and dried fruit.
- Stuff each apple with the filling and top with butter.
- Place apples in a baking dish and pour apple juice or water into the bottom.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes; then uncover and bake for another 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Serve warm, optionally with ice cream or caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked apple (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg