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Baked Apples with Nut, Dried Fruit, and Spiced Granola Filling Recipe

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  • Author: lilan
  • Total Time: 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This comforting and wholesome baked apples recipe features tender apples filled with a flavorful mixture of nuts, dried fruit, granola, and warm spices. Perfect as a sweet dessert or a healthy snack, these baked apples offer a delightful combination of textures and aromas, enhanced by a hint of butter and served warm for cozy enjoyment.

Ingredients

Scale

Apples

  • 4–6 large or medium apples

Filling

  • 1/3 cup chopped nuts (e.g., pecans, almonds)
  • 1/3 cup dried fruit (e.g., blueberries, cranberries)
  • 1/3 cup granola
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp allspice
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg

Topping

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for baking the apples evenly.
  2. Prepare the apples: Wash and dry the apples thoroughly, then carefully core each apple from the top to the base without cutting through the bottom, creating a hollow cavity for stuffing.
  3. Mix the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine chopped nuts, dried fruit, granola, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. Stir well to blend all ingredients evenly.
  4. Stuff the apples: Generously fill each hollowed apple with the prepared nut and fruit mixture, pressing down gently to pack the filling inside.
  5. Arrange in baking dish: Place the filled apples upright in a baking dish, then pour about 3/4 cup of water around them to help create steam while baking.
  6. Add butter topping: Place a slice of melted unsalted butter on top of each filled apple to add richness and help caramelize the filling during baking.
  7. Bake the apples: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the apples are tender but still hold their shape, avoiding them becoming mushy.
  8. Serve warm: Remove the apples from the oven and serve warm as is, or top with yogurt, cream, or a sauce of your choice for added flavor.

Notes

  • Choose firm apples like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji for best baking results.
  • Do not cut through the base when coring to keep the filling inside during baking.
  • You can substitute nuts or dried fruits according to preference or availability.
  • Adding water to the baking dish creates steam, which helps soften the apples evenly.
  • Serve with Greek yogurt or vanilla ice cream for a delicious contrast.
  • Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: baked apples, healthy dessert, warm spices, nuts, dried fruit, granola, autumn dessert, easy baked fruit

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