Twice Baked Lady Apples with Brie Raisins and Dates
Indulge in the sophisticated elegance of Twice Baked Lady Apples with Brie, Raisins, and Dates, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate any gathering. This delightful recipe features tender, baked lady apples filled with a rich mixture of creamy Brie cheese, plump raisins, and sweet dates, enhanced with a touch of brown sugar, cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla for a cozy, aromatic appeal. The apples are baked twice for an irresistibly warm and gooey center and crisp-tender shell, making them perfect as a refined appetizer or a unique dessert. Optional walnuts add a satisfying crunch, while a drizzle of honey completes the dish with a glistening, caramel-like finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, these decadent baked apples are an effortlessly chic way to impress your guests and savor the comforting flavors of the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Lady apples
- 120 grams Brie cheese
- 60 grams Raisins
- 60 grams Pitted dates
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- 30 grams Chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Honey (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter.
Carefully cut the tops off the lady apples and set them aside. Use a small spoon or melon baller to core the apples, removing the seeds and carving out a small hollow in the center, being careful not to puncture the bottom.
Place the apples upright in the prepared baking dish and brush their insides with a thin layer of melted butter.
In a mixing bowl, combine the brie cheese (cut into small cubes), raisins, chopped dates, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. If using, add chopped walnuts and mix until well combined.
Stuff each apple with the brie mixture, packing it slightly to ensure it fills the cavity. Place the tops of the apples back on like lids.
Bake the apples in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
Remove the dish from the oven, carefully take off the tops of the apples, and return them to the oven to bake for another 10 minutes until the filling is bubbly and the apples are tender but still holding their shape.
Allow the apples to cool for a few minutes, then drizzle with honey if desired before serving. Serve warm as an appetizer or dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1708 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.3 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.9 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 929 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 245.4 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.6 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.5 g | ||
| Protein | 35.8 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2078 mg | 44% | |
*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.
