Baked Stuffed Apples Recipe

Introduction

Baked stuffed apples are a warm and comforting dessert perfect for any season. Filled with a spiced mixture of nuts, dried fruit, and aromatic spices, they offer a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors. Topped with vanilla ice cream, this treat is sure to impress your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• 4 apples
• ¼ cup chopped pecans
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon unsweetened coconut
• ¼ cup raisins
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 teaspoons coconut oil
• ½ cup apple juice
• Vanilla ice cream for garnish

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Step 2: Trim the caps off the apples and set them aside. Carefully core the apples, making sure to keep the bottoms intact. Place the hollowed apples upright in an oven-safe baking dish.
3. Step 3: Remove the flesh from the cores and scoop out additional flesh from inside the apples. Finely dice the removed apple pieces and set them aside.
4. Step 4: In a medium bowl, combine pecans, raisins, brown sugar, unsweetened coconut, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and cayenne pepper. Add the diced apple and mix thoroughly.
5. Step 5: Spoon the filling mixture into each apple, pressing down firmly to pack it in. Top each filled apple with a teaspoon of coconut oil, then replace the apple caps.
6. Step 6: Pour the apple juice into the baking dish around the apples. Cover the dish tightly with tin foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil after 30 minutes to allow the tops to brown.
7. Step 7: Once the apples are tender and cooked through, remove from the oven. Serve warm, garnished with vanilla ice cream if desired.

Tips & Variations

• For added texture, try swapping pecans for walnuts or adding chopped dried cranberries to the filling.
• Use a firm apple variety like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji to ensure the apples hold their shape during baking.
• If you prefer a sweeter dessert, drizzle a little honey or maple syrup over the apples before serving.

Storage

Store any leftover baked apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven before serving. It’s best to add the vanilla ice cream garnish fresh when serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make baked stuffed apples ahead of time?

You can prepare the apples and stuffing a day in advance and keep them stored covered in the fridge. Bake them fresh before serving for the best texture and flavor.

What if I don’t have coconut oil?

Butter or another mild vegetable oil can be used in place of coconut oil. It will still add moisture and richness to the dish.

Baked Stuffed Apples Recipe

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These Baked Stuffed Apples are a warm and comforting dessert featuring tender apples filled with a flavorful mix of pecans, raisins, brown sugar, and spices. Baked to perfection and finished with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, they make a delightful treat perfect for cooler weather or any special occasion.

• Author: Ruby
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Apples

• 4 apples

Filling

• ¼ cup chopped pecans
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon unsweetened coconut
• ¼ cup raisins
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Fine diced flesh from apples (from hollowing, quantity as per 4 apples)

Other

• 4 teaspoons coconut oil
• ½ cup apple juice
• Vanilla ice cream for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare it for baking the stuffed apples.
2. Prepare the apples: Trim the caps off the apples carefully and set them aside. Core the apples gently, making sure not to pierce the bottom so the filling stays inside. Place the hollowed apples upright in an oven-safe baking dish.
3. Hollow and dice more apple flesh: Remove the flesh around the cores to create more room inside the apples. Dice this reserved apple flesh finely for adding to the filling.
4. Make the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped pecans, raisins, brown sugar, unsweetened coconut, cinnamon, nutmeg, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper. Add the finely diced apple pieces and mix thoroughly until well combined.
5. Stuff the apples: Spoon the filling into each hollowed apple cavity, pressing down firmly to pack the mixture tightly. Top each stuffed apple with a teaspoon of coconut oil, then replace the apple caps back on.
6. Add liquid and cover: Pour the apple juice into the baking dish around the apples, then cover tightly with tin foil to create a steamy cooking environment.
7. Bake the apples: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil after 30 minutes to allow the tops to brown slightly.
8. Serve: Once baked, optionally garnish with vanilla ice cream and serve the apples warm immediately for the best taste and texture.

Notes

• You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds based on preference.
• For a sweeter variation, increase the brown sugar slightly or drizzle honey over the tops before baking.
• If you prefer a dairy-free option, use coconut milk ice cream or skip the garnish.
• Make sure not to pierce the bottom of the apples when coring to avoid leakage of filling.
• Leftover stuffed apples can be refrigerated and gently reheated in the oven before serving.

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