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How to Make Baked Apples (and Why You Should)

Baked Apples

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Baked apples are a warm, comforting dessert that beautifully highlights the natural sweetness of fruit. This easy recipe combines firm apples with a tasty filling of brown sugar, nuts, and spices, resulting in a delightful treat that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. With minimal preparation and easily customizable ingredients, these baked apples fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas while providing a healthy option that everyone will love. Serve them warm as is or enhance the experience with ice cream or yogurt for an extra special touch.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 firm apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • ¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • 1 tbsp butter (cut into small pieces)
  • ½ cup apple juice or water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
  2. Wash the apples and core them carefully, leaving the bottoms intact.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, nuts, and raisins or dried cranberries.
  4. Stuff each apple with the filling and place a piece of butter on top.
  5. Arrange the apples in a baking dish and pour apple juice or water at the bottom.
  6. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15–20 minutes until tender but not mushy.
  8. Serve warm with optional toppings like ice cream or yogurt.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 baked apple (150g)
  • Calories: 172
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 11mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg
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