Sweet Baked Apples with Dates Apricots
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Sweet Baked Apples with Dates and Apricots—a delightful twist on the classic baked apple recipe that's brimming with natural sweetness and warm spices. Each Honeycrisp or Fuji apple is cored and stuffed with a luscious blend of finely chopped dates, apricots, and optional crunchy walnuts, infused with a hint of cinnamon, nutmeg, and light brown sugar. As they bake, a splash of apple cider keeps them moist while the buttery topping melts into the fragrant filling, creating a caramel-like finish. Perfectly tender and irresistibly aromatic, these baked apples are best served warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, making them the ultimate crowd-pleasing autumn dessert. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy weeknight treats, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking to elevate the humble apple to an elegant dessert centerpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- 6 pitted dates, finely chopped
- 6 dried apricots, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts (optional)
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 0.5 cups apple cider or water
- vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish large enough to hold the apples snugly.
Wash and core the apples, being careful not to cut through the bottom. Create a hollow center about 1 inch wide for the filling.
In a small bowl, mix together the chopped dates, chopped apricots, chopped walnuts (if using), brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Stuff each apple with the dried fruit mixture, pressing it down lightly as you fill each hollow center.
Place the apples into the prepared baking dish and top the filling of each apple with a small cube of butter.
Pour the apple cider or water into the bottom of the baking dish to help keep the apples moist during baking.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Uncover the dish and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the filling is bubbly.
Remove the apples from the oven and let them cool for about 5 minutes.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
488 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.4 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.5 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 87.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1237 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.
