Ahhh! If you could have only smelled these apples as they were baking! The aroma filled the house with the ultimate cinnamon potpourri!
I love it when apples can be turned into a sweet treat other than the usual pies and cakes. For these mouthwatering apples, just core the apples; add some cinnamon, chopped nuts and dried fruit that have been soaked in rum, and bake for an incredible treat.
The rum gives a wallop to the apple but, if you prefer, apple juice can be substituted. This time I made both Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples. They each hold their shape and bake extremely well so they are perfect for this recipe.
This is a great autumn dish that could be calling for a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Or, eat one the way I like best ~ by itself! How can you resist?
Best Baked Apples
Ingredients:
6 Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples
¼ c. raisins
¼ cup dried apricots, chopped
2 tablespoons dried cherries, chopped
Dark rum, to cover
½ c. chopped pecans
1 tablespoon Saigon cinnamon
½ c. brown sugar (I use Splenda)
Butter
Method:
Soak raisins, apricots and cherries in enough rum to cover.
While the fruit is soaking, core the apples to 1/2” of the bottom of the apple. Use a small spoon to dig out the seeds. Make the holes on the top of the apple 1” wide.
Place apples in a baking dish.
Mix nuts, cinnamon and brown sugar.
Combine nuts and drained fruit.
Stuff the nut and fruit mixture into the apples.
Dot top of each apple with ¼ teaspoon butter.
Bake at 350 degrees for 50-55 minutes until they are fork tender.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, if desired.
ENJOY! They are a delicious treat!
Check out my friend, Linda’s blog, at My Kind of Cooking for her great recipes and cookbook giveaway!
Sounds delicious, Pam! I love the smell of baking apples!
ReplyDeleteThe smell of baking apples will forever remind me of my grandmother! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI can smell them fom here Mmmmmmmm. Is that a cinnamon stick sticking out of each one? Diane
ReplyDeleteThe smell of baking apples with cinnamon is indeed heavenly! This is a fabulous way to make an apple treat! Thanks for sharing this lovely recipe.
ReplyDeleteThe Sugar Queen, it has your fave ingredient! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteJenn, food and memories, great!
Diane, it is. I forgot to mention that! Thanks for being so astute!
kitchen flavours, glad you like it and thanks for the visit!
Looks yummy :) Ive never had baked apples cant wait to try them
ReplyDeleteI made my version of baked apples for tThanksgiving and I agree tey are a very special treat. So wasy to make but your guests will be impressed.
ReplyDeleteI really loooove baked apples and yours look beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHave a nice week!
Never had baked apples with rum. I love this!!
ReplyDeleteWow those do look like the best apples:) How delish!
ReplyDeleteMuy apetecible esto para comer.
ReplyDeleteSaludos
lovely spices
ReplyDeleteNo, no, rum will do just fine. No need to substitute.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great smell to have in the house..... YUMMMMMM love this season for all these tasty treats!
ReplyDeleteYummy. Autumn is really here when apples are harvested and great recipies are passed around.
ReplyDeleteI'm with you...I'd love these all by themselves. :)
ReplyDeleteapples + cinnamon??? Wooh...that's heavenly when baked!!
ReplyDeleteThe smell of apples baking is really one that just can't be beat. what a delicious dessert!
ReplyDeleteI love the smell of baked apples. Yours sound amazing.
ReplyDeleteWith the cinnamon and raisins I am sure they smelled and tasted heavenly.
ReplyDeleteOOOOh YUM!! I have never seen these before and now I am so intrigued! I can just imagine the wonderful smell. Can't wait to try this beauty out!!!
ReplyDeleteOne of the best things about home baking, other than eating, is the wonderful smell. This dish is so simple, yet seems so very rewarding on many levels.
ReplyDeleteYes, these are definitely the best baked apples I ever seen!
ReplyDeleteciao
A.
What a great fall dessert; haven't made baked apples in ages;love the cinnamon stick. I also always add raisins; great photo!
ReplyDeleteRita
Mandy, if you like apples you have to try it. They're great!
ReplyDeletebellini valli, perfect for a Thanksgiving treat!
La Titti, thank you! You have a perfect week!
Fallon, they're good, just a little rum flavor.
Fuat Gencal, I hope you like the apples! ;)
Clements Family, thanks! Love all that cinnamon flavor in them.
jose manuel, si! Son muy apetecible y las manzanas muy buena!
Torviewtoronto, thank you!
Suldog, you got my vote! Thanks!
BusyB, it was. It reminds me of all the great aromas at Christmas.
Cheri Wollenberg, absolutely! Love this time of year for that reason.
scrambledhenfruit, yes, they're great all alone.
Meldylocks and Her Three Bears, you said it! Thanks for the visit!
Joanne, thanks. Have a great evening!
Kristin, thank you. Yum!!!
Katerina, yes. I love raisins with apples.
Tiffanee, hope you try it and don't forget the cinnamon sticks for garnish. Let me know if you do!
M @ Betty Crapper, thank you! It's a great way to enjoy apples without making a pie, etc.
Alessandra, thanks! Have a great evening!
Rita, thanks so much. Hope you make them for a good treat!
Hi Pam,
ReplyDeleteI've made these goodies a few times this fall! I'm going to try your recipe this week. Funny, I was wondering how honey crisps would be, and I just happen to have some in the fridge!
awesome~ apples this time of year are fabulous and these are the best wow nice job!
ReplyDeleteMy family loves baked apples. This is a must try for me! I usually use brown sugar, oatmeal, and raisins. Time to get out of that rut with your recipe!
ReplyDeleteWhat a delicious apple treat! Fantastic idea. I can almost smell them, almost like apple pie! I must try these!
ReplyDeleteI haven't made baked apples in ages, and you've reminded me how delicious they are, so perfect for this time of year.
ReplyDeleteBaked apples are very comforting for cool weather. love the smell of apple and cinnamon...yum!
ReplyDeleteI just use up all apples to make juices, if I have see this, I will make it straight away, sound so good.
ReplyDeleteOcean Breezes and Country Sneezes, honeycrisp apples are great for this; they hold their shape well and bake fine.
ReplyDeletePegasuslegend, thanks so much and have a good day!
Linda www.mykindofcooking.com, I've never had them with oatmeal and will have to try them that way. Sounds good to me!
Lisa, you got it! Almost like apple pie!
Cathy, it's the perfect time of year to give it a go! Thanks for stopping by!
Zoe, you are right. A great treat for fall. Thanks!
Sonia (Nasi Lemak Lover), I bet your apple juice is filled with flavor. I've never tried that. Have a good day!
Nice recipe , it looks scrumptious!
ReplyDeleteLove!! I put some dark choco too, superbe!!
ReplyDeleteMmmmm.I can smell them now!
ReplyDeleteMmm, love baked apples. And they do get the whole house smelling delicious. I will definitely try your recipe here.
ReplyDeleteOh! These must be delicious. I have seen baked apples but never tasted them. What a wonderful treat. I will definitely have to give these a try. Your kitchen must have smelled so good:)
ReplyDeleteI have made baked apples many times, but I love the addition of the apricots and the rum! What a wonderful idea. These would be perfect with a big scoop of cinnamon ice cream! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteMmmmyummy! Very Fall like:)
ReplyDeleteOh how I love baked apples!! It's such a fun fall dessert.
ReplyDeleteit been a long time since i made these, my mothers favorite, its like starring at my childhood again...
ReplyDeletejust wish i weighed the same!