Description
Bloomin’ Baked Apples are a heartwarming dessert that captures the essence of autumn. Juicy apples are cored and stuffed with a delightful mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts, then baked until tender. Each bite reveals a gooey center, making these apples an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfect for sharing with family or friends, they are sure to impress and evoke nostalgic memories of cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 firm apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Core the apples, leaving the bottom intact.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, nuts, and vanilla.
- Stuff each apple generously with the mixture.
- Top each apple with a pat of butter and add 1/2 inch of water to the dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tender but not mushy.
- Cool slightly before serving warm with ice cream or caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked apple (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg