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Baked Apple

Indulgent Baked Apples with Cinnamon and Walnuts Bliss

Indulge in comforting baked apples filled with cinnamon and walnuts for a delightful autumn dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 apples
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apples
  • 4 pieces Tart apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
For the Sauce
  • ½ cup Granulated sugar
  • ½ cup Apple cider or juice
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground ginger
For Added Richness
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Dotted over the apples before baking
Optional Toppings
  • ½ cup Walnuts Chopped
  • ½ cup Raisins
For Serving
  • 4 scoops Vanilla ice cream Highly recommended

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel and slice the tart apples into wedges and arrange in a greased baking dish.
  3. Mix sugar, apple cider, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger in a bowl, then pour over the apples.
  4. Dot with butter and sprinkle with walnuts or raisins if desired.
  5. Bake uncovered for 45 to 60 minutes, checking for tenderness at 45 minutes.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes, then serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1baked appleCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure even slicing of apples for uniform baking. Fresh apple cider enhances flavor. Monitor closely after 45 minutes to avoid mushy apples.

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