Description
Baked apples are a delightful fall treat that combines the natural sweetness of apples with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This simple yet flavorful dessert is perfect for cozy gatherings or chilly evenings, filling your home with an irresistible aroma. Each bite features tender, caramelized apples generously stuffed with a sweet mixture of brown sugar, nuts, and dried fruit, making it a comforting dish that evokes nostalgic memories. Serve warm on its own or topped with ice cream for an indulgent experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp grated nutmeg
- 2 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional)
- Water (for baking)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Core the apples, leaving the bottom intact.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, chopped nuts, and dried fruit.
- Stuff each apple's core with the mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Dot the tops of the apples with butter and pour about half an inch of water into the dish to help steam.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tender but not mushy. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked apple (180g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg