Honey Baked Apples with Raisins and Cinnamon Recipe

Name: Honey Baked Apples with Raisins and Cinnamon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups apple cider; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, plus 2 tablespoons; 1/3 cup honey (preferably 100 percent raw honey from a small producer); 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon salt; Pinch freshly ground pepper; 6 unpeeled Braeburn, Golden Delicious or McIntosh apples, halved and cored with a melon baller; 1/2 cup golden raisins or currants; 1/2 cup dried apricots, julienned; 6 whole cloves; 2 or 3 star anise pods; 2 to 3 cinnamon sticks, optional; 1/4 cup apple brandy

Servings: persons

3 1/2 cups apple cider
1/2 cup packed brown sugar, plus 2 tablespoons
1/3 cup honey (preferably 100 percent raw honey from a small producer)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
Pinch freshly ground pepper
6 unpeeled Braeburn, Golden Delicious or McIntosh apples, halved and cored with a melon baller
1/2 cup golden raisins or currants
1/2 cup dried apricots, julienned
6 whole cloves
2 or 3 star anise pods
2 to 3 cinnamon sticks, optional
1/4 cup apple brandy

1
In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider, brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
2
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 25 minutes or so, or until mixture is syrupy and reduced to about 2 2/3 cups.
3
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Put the apples, cut side down, in a 12-inch baking pan.
4
Distribute the raisins, apricots, cloves, star anise, and cinnamon sticks, if using, over the apples.
5
Pour the hot syrup over the apples.
6
Cover the pan with aluminum foil.
7
Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until the apples are almost tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp knife.
8
Remove from the oven, turn the apples over, add the brandy.
9
Baste apples with the apple cider and apple brandy many times, allowing the apples to absorb the flavor.
10
Let the pan stand, covered, for 15 minutes.
11
Serve baked apples with the liquid and dried fruits spooned over them in a bowl.
12
Served with whipped heavy cream or ice cream and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
13
This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.
14
The FN chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

487

kcal

Calories

Fat

137

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 cups apple cider, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, plus 2 tablespoons, 1/3 cup honey (preferably 100 percent raw honey from a small producer), 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Honey Baked Apples with Raisins and Cinnamon 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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Honey Baked Apples with Raisins and Cinnamon

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