Maple Pecan Baked Apples Recipe

Name: Maple Pecan Baked Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large Golden Delicious apples (about 3 1/2 pounds); 2/3 cup plus 6 tablespoons coarsely chopped pecans; 1/3 cup golden raisins; 1/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut; 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup; 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 6 tablespoons peach or apricot preserves; 1 cup unfiltered apple juice or cider; 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter

Servings: persons

6 large Golden Delicious apples (about 3 1/2 pounds)
2/3 cup plus 6 tablespoons coarsely chopped pecans
1/3 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 tablespoons peach or apricot preserves
1 cup unfiltered apple juice or cider
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter

1
Preheat oven to 375F.
2
Core apples.
3
Peel top third of each apple.
4
Using small sharp knife, cut 1/4-inch-deep line all around each where peel and flesh meet.
5
Using small sharp knife, cut about 1 1/4-inch-wide, 1-inch-deep hollow in top of each apple.
6
Cut off thin slice from bottom of each to allow apples to stand flat.
7
Place apples in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.
8
Finely chop 2/3 cup pecans, raisins and coconut in processor.
9
Transfer to small bowl.
10
Mix in maple syrup, lemon peel, cinnamon and nutmeg.
11
Divide filling equally among hollows in apples.
12
Spread 1 tablespoon preserves over top of each apple and into hollows.
13
Press 1 tablespoon chopped pecans atop each.
14
Combine apple juice and butter in small saucepan.
15
Stir over medium heat until butter melts.
16
Pour into dish around apples.
17
Cover dish loosely with foil.
18
Bake apples 30 minutes.
19
Remove foil; bake until apples are tender, basting with juices every 10 minutes, about 35 minutes longer.
20
Serve apples warm with pan juices.

306

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large Golden Delicious apples (about 3 1/2 pounds), 2/3 cup plus 6 tablespoons coarsely chopped pecans, 1/3 cup golden raisins, 1/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut, and more.

Yes, Maple Pecan Baked Apples 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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Maple Pecan Baked Apples

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