Baked Apples Stuffed With Mixed Nuts Recipe

Name: Baked Apples Stuffed With Mixed Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon grated orange zest; 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; ⅛ teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup honey; 1/4 cup dark brown sugar; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup pecans; 1/2 cup walnuts; 1/2 cup dried sour cherries, plumped in hot water and drained; 10 Granny Smith apples, cored

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
⅛ teaspoon salt
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup pecans
1/2 cup walnuts
1/2 cup dried sour cherries, plumped in hot water and drained
10 Granny Smith apples, cored

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Place butter, zests, ginger, salt, honey, sugar and lemon juice in a food processor and process until smooth.
3
Add nuts and cherries and process until mixture forms into a paste.
4
Fill the centers of the apples with 2 to 3 tablespoons of the nut mixture.
5
Place the apples in a large, shallow baking dish.
6
Bake for 35 minutes.
7
Cover the apples with aluminum foil and bake until the apples are soft when pierced with a knife, about 20 minutes longer.
8
Serve with vanilla ice cream, if desired.

496

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, 1 teaspoon grated orange zest, 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Baked Apples Stuffed With Mixed Nuts falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Baked Apples Stuffed With Mixed Nuts

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