Baked Apples (With Chopped Hazelnuts)

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   Preheat oven to 180u00b0C ( 350u00b0F ).

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   Core the apples, using an apple corer. If you dont have a corer, use a sharp knife leaving a wider opening at the top than at the bottom. There is no need to remove the apple skins.

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   In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, butter, hazelnuts, raisins, cinnamon and zest.

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   Stuff the apples firmly with the fruit mixture. Pack the apples as much as possible and then pile any leftover mix into mounds on top of the apples.

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   Place the apples into a baking dish, casserole or cake tin. Use a dish that fits them as snugly as possible-this will stop them from falling over. I usually use a pyrex pie/tart baking dish.

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   Spoon 1 teaspoon of honey/syrup over each apple. I usually just guess the amount for each apple and use a pouring top bottle of honey. Pour the water into the bottom of the dish.

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   Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the apples are soft.

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   Serve drizzled with any syrup remaining in the bottom of the dish.

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   Serve with cream, ice-cream or custard if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.