Baked Apples Recipe
Baked apples have been enjoyed for centuries, with their origins tracing back to Europe. This dessert was particularly popular in England during the 17th and 18th centuries, where it was often served with custard or cream.
Equipment
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Baking dish
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 4 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup dried fruit (raisins or cranberries)
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup apple juice or water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the apples: Wash and core the apples, making sure to leave about 1/2 inch at the bottom to hold the filling. If you don't have an apple corer, use a knife and spoon to remove the core.
- Mix the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, rolled oats, chopped nuts, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and dried fruit. Mix well.
- Fill the apples: Spoon the filling mixture into the hollowed-out center of each apple, pressing it down gently to pack it in.
- Add the butter: Drizzle the melted butter over the filled apples.
- Prepare for baking: Place the apples in a baking dish and pour the apple juice or water into the bottom of the dish. This helps to keep the apples moist during baking.
- Cover and bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve: Let the baked apples cool for a few minutes before serving. They can be enjoyed as is or topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.