Microwave Baked Apples W Mincemeat
Transform ripe apples into a quick, captivating dessert with this Microwave Baked Apples with Mincemeat recipe. Perfectly suited for busy schedules, this easy 10-minute prep dish blends tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp with a rich mincemeat filling, spiced with cinnamon and sweetened with brown sugar. A dollop of butter melts into the stuffing as the apples cook, creating a luscious, caramel-like center. Steamed gently in a microwave-safe dish with water to keep them moist, these tender, aromatic apples make the ideal cozy treat. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream to elevate the experience. Whether you’re looking for a speedy dessert or a festive fall favorite, this recipe is sure to shine! Perfect for keywords like "easy microwave dessert," "quick baked apples recipe," and "fall apple treats."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole apples (e.g., Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn)
- 1 cup mincemeat filling (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Wash the apples thoroughly and pat them dry.
Using an apple corer or a sharp knife, carefully core each apple, removing the seeds and creating a hollow center. Be sure to leave about 1/2 inch of the apple intact at the bottom to hold the filling.
In a small bowl, mix the mincemeat filling with the brown sugar and ground cinnamon until combined.
Stuff each apple hollow with the mincemeat mixture, packing it firmly but leaving a little room for the filling to expand as it cooks.
Divide the butter into four equal portions and place one portion on top of the mincemeat stuffing in each apple.
Arrange the stuffed apples in a microwave-safe dish, ensuring they are upright and not touching each other.
Pour the water into the bottom of the dish to prevent the apples from drying out during cooking.
Cover the dish with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a microwave-safe lid, leaving one corner slightly vented to allow steam to escape.
Microwave on high for 5-6 minutes, checking for doneness after 5 minutes. Apples are done when they are tender but still hold their shape. Cooking time may vary depending on the apple variety and microwave power.
Carefully remove the dish from the microwave (it will be hot) and let the apples cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1275 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.4 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 185 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 272.5 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.0 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 211.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1171 mg | 25% | |
*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.
