Roasted Apples with Fig Hazelnut Stuffing
Indulge in the warm and cozy flavors of autumn with these Roasted Apples with Fig Hazelnut Stuffing—a show-stopping dessert (or decadent breakfast) that’s equal parts elegant and comforting. Juicy baked apples, like Honeycrisp or Fuji, are filled to the brim with a luxurious mixture of sweet dried figs, toasted hazelnuts, buttery brown sugar, and fragrant spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. As they bake, they’re infused with a bath of apple juice or cider, creating a tender, caramelized treat that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe is simple to prepare yet bursting with seasonal goodness, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Serve these stuffed apples warm and enjoy them as a standalone dessert or paired with creamy vanilla ice cream or caramel drizzle for an extra-special touch. Perfect for cozy gatherings, these baked apples are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large apples (e.g., Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith)
- 150 grams Dried figs, finely chopped
- 70 grams Hazelnuts, toasted and finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
- 120 milliliters Apple juice or cider
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash the apples thoroughly and pat them dry. Using a paring knife or apple corer, core each apple carefully, leaving about 1/2 inch at the bottom intact to hold the stuffing.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped figs, toasted hazelnuts, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, a pinch of salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until evenly combined.
Add the softened butter to the fig and hazelnut mixture, and work it in with a spoon or your hands until the stuffing comes together into a cohesive mixture.
Place the cored apples in a baking dish. Stuff each apple with the fig and hazelnut mixture, packing it tightly and mounding the top slightly.
Pour the apple juice or cider into the bottom of the baking dish to create a flavorful base that will keep the apples moist as they bake.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the apples are soft and the stuffing is golden brown on top.
Let the roasted apples cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Optional: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.1 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.0 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 680 mg | 14% | |
*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.
