Classic Baked Apples
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these Classic Baked Apples, a timeless dessert that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Juicy apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are hollowed out and stuffed with a rich medley of brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, chopped walnuts, and sweet raisins, creating a perfectly spiced and nutty filling. Topped with a pat of butter and baked in a bath of hot water, the apples become irresistibly tender and caramelized in just 45 minutes. Ideal for a cozy family dessert or a holiday gathering, these baked apples are delightful on their own or perfectly paired with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. With just 15 minutes of prep, this simple yet elegant recipe is a must-try for anyone craving a taste of wholesome, homemade comfort.
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Ingredients
- 4 large apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup hot water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
Using a paring knife or an apple corer, carefully remove the cores from the apples, leaving the bottom 1/2 inch of the apple intact to contain the filling.
Step 3
In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, chopped walnuts, and raisins.
Step 4
Stuff each apple with the sugar-nut mixture, packing it tightly.
Step 5
Place the stuffed apples in a baking dish.
Step 6
Cut the butter into 4 small pieces and place one on top of each stuffed apple.
Step 7
Pour the hot water into the baking dish around the apples.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 9
Carefully remove from the oven and let them cool for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1335.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1446.7 |
| Total Fat 65.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 55.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 233.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 181.1g | |
| Protein 15.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 224.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1863.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories