Cherry Cola Baked Apples
Indulge in the nostalgic sweetness of Cherry Cola Baked Apples, a whimsical twist on the classic baked apple dessert. This recipe combines tender Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples with the rich, caramel-like notes of cherry cola, a sprinkle of brown sugar, and a hint of fragrant cinnamon. As they bake, the apples transform into soft, syrupy delights, infused with the fizzy essence of soda and vanilla. Topped with crunchy pecans or walnuts and served with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, this dessert is the perfect balance of warm comfort and playful decadence. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this show-stopping treat is an ideal end to any dinner party or cozy family meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large baking apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 1.5 cups Cherry cola
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cups Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- as needed Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the apples with space in between.
Wash and core the apples, making sure to leave the bottom intact to create a well for the filling. Use a melon baller or spoon to scoop out any seeds or tough bits.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon together.
Place the cored apples upright in the prepared baking dish.
Fill each apple with 1 tablespoon of the brown sugar mixture, a small handful of chopped pecans or walnuts (if using), and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter.
Pour the cherry cola around the base of the apples in the baking dish, distributing evenly.
Drizzle a small amount of vanilla extract into each apple (approximately 1/8 teaspoon per apple).
Carefully transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the apples are tender but not mushy. Baste the apples with the cherry cola sauce from the bottom of the dish every 15 minutes.
Once the apples are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Serve warm, drizzled with the cherry cola sauce from the dish. Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.0 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.5 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 123 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.3 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 172.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 219 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1230 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
