Red Apples
Transform your dessert game with these irresistibly sweet and spiced *Red Apples*! Perfectly baked red apples, such as Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala, are stuffed with a cozy blend of brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and optional add-ins like crunchy walnuts or juicy raisins. The addition of butter and a splash of vanilla extract enhances the rich, caramelized flavors that develop as the apples bake in a bath of water or apple cider for extra moisture and depth. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an intoxicating aroma while they cook, these baked apples are a show-stopping yet simple treat. Serve warm, straight from the oven, for a flavorful, wholesome dessert, or elevate it further with a creamy scoop of vanilla ice cream. Ideal for fall celebrations or any time you’re craving a comforting baked apple dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Red apples (e.g., Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala)
- 4 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Water (or apple cider for extra flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or pecans)
- 1 tablespoon Raisins (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash the red apples thoroughly and core them, removing the seeds and inner core, but leaving the bottom intact to create a 'bowl' to hold the filling.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and optional chopped nuts and raisins.
Carefully stuff the mixture into the cavity of each apple, gently packing it down so it stays in place.
Place the cored and stuffed apples in a baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
Add the water or apple cider to the bottom of the baking dish to create moisture and prevent the apples from drying out during baking.
Top each stuffed apple with a small pat of butter (about 1/2 tablespoon each). Drizzle the vanilla extract evenly over the apples.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes to allow the apples and filling to caramelize slightly.
Remove the baked apples from the oven, let them cool for a few minutes, and serve warm. Optionally, pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.5 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.3 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 117.3 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 985 mg | 21% | |
*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.
