BAKED APPLES
I don't remember my mother at the stove. When asked what childhood dish was my favorite, I'd stammer and come up empty. And then, walking down the stairs in my Paris apartment, I got to the third floor and said out loud to no one: baked apples! My mother made baked apples. Her apples were big Cortlands or Rome Beauties, and she cored and stuffed them with raisins, because my father loved raisins. I also bake with Cortlands or Romes when I can get them, Fujis or Galas when I can't. I'll often stuff them with raisins, but I think they're especially nice filled with bits of dried apple and candied ginger. And I like to baste them with apple cider and honey. They're good hot or cold, but best served warm and topped with something creamy. Cinnamon (my mom always used too much) is optional.
Provided by Dorie Greenspan
Categories dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Center a rack in the oven and heat to 375. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil, and set a 9- or 10-inch glass pie dish on top.
- Cut a small cap off the top of each apple, and set aside. Using a paring knife or corer, core the apples, making sure not to go all the way to the bottom. Cut away and reserve about 1/2 inch of peel around the tops of the apples. Rub the peeled portions of the apples with the lemon, squeezing a little juice into each opening.
- Fill each apple with an equal amount of dried apple and ginger, if using, pressing down lightly as needed to push bits into the opening. Pour 1/2 teaspoon honey over the dried fruit in each apple. Cut the butter into 4 pieces, and top each apple with a pat. Pop the caps back on the apples. (It's O.K. if they teeter). Transfer the apples, lemon wedges and a few of the reserved peels into the pie dish; pour in the cider or juice, and stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons honey. (The honey won't blend evenly into the cider, and that's fine.)
- Bake the apples, basting occasionally with the cider and honey, until you can poke them with a skewer or the tip of a knife and not meet much resistance, 50 to 70 minutes. Since apples are so variable, check early and often, as you might need more or less time.
- Let them cool for at least 15 minutes before serving moistened with a little pan sauce, and if you want, top with cold heavy cream, whipped cream or ice cream and dust with cinnamon. The apples are good warm or at room temperature. They'll keep, covered, for 2 days in the refrigerator and can be reheated in a microwave.
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MD Mokarim
[email protected]These baked apples were a great way to use up some leftover apples. They were easy to make and turned out delicious. I will definitely be making these again.
Baloch Baloxh
[email protected]These baked apples were absolutely delicious! The apples were perfectly tender and the filling was so flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.
hamaadi kamwada
[email protected]I made these baked apples for a potluck, and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making these again.
Kirianna G'b
[email protected]These baked apples were a hit with my family! The apples were perfectly tender and the filling was so flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.
Camí la Pro C:
[email protected]These baked apples were a great way to use up some leftover apples. They were easy to make and turned out delicious. I will definitely be making these again.
Stacey-anne morrison
[email protected]I loved these baked apples! They were so easy to make and turned out so delicious. I will definitely be making these again.
Rathell Meadows
[email protected]These baked apples were perfect! The apples were tender and flavorful, and the filling was perfectly sweet and gooey. I will definitely be making these again.
Terry Abbas
[email protected]These baked apples were a great way to use up some leftover apples. They were easy to make and turned out delicious. I will definitely be making these again.
EXILDAH KABUNGO
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a favorite. The apples are always perfectly cooked, and the filling is so delicious. I love that I can use any type of apple I like.
Hasna Hasna
[email protected]These baked apples were absolutely delicious! The apples were perfectly tender and the filling was so flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.
Rakib Gamer
[email protected]I made these baked apples for a potluck, and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making these again.
Gowthamraj Sankar
[email protected]These baked apples were a great way to use up some of the apples from my tree. They were easy to make and turned out delicious. I will definitely be making these again.
Mansoor Rahat
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and the apples turned out perfectly. They were tender and flavorful, and the filling was just right. I will definitely be making these again.
Rainner Viriaere
[email protected]These baked apples were delicious! I especially loved the cinnamon and nutmeg flavors. I will definitely be making these again for my family and friends.
Majedul Islam
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The apples were so tender and flavorful, and the filling was perfectly sweet and gooey. I will definitely be making these again.
Sahar
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The apples are always perfectly cooked, and the filling is so delicious. I love that you can use any type of apple you like.
Sergio Pinto
[email protected]These baked apples were a hit! The filling was perfectly sweet and gooey, and the apples were perfectly tender. I will definitely be making these again.