Are you looking for a quick and easy dessert recipe that's both delicious and nutritious? If so, then microwave baked apples are the perfect treat for you! This simple recipe uses just a few ingredients and can be prepared in minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknights or when you're short on time. Plus, baked apples are a healthy and satisfying snack that's packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals. So what are you waiting for? Grab a few apples and get started on this delicious recipe today!
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MICROWAVE BAKED APPLES
This is an easy and fast baked apple recipe. Great for brunch or snack. Stuff the apples with any additional fruits that you wish -- cranberries stuffed into apples are especially delicious.
Provided by Nicole M.
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Apple Dessert Recipes
Time 11m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Core the apples, leaving the bottom intact.
- In a bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Spoon the sugar mixture into the apples and set a teaspoon (or more to your taste) of butter on top of each apple. Place the apples in a deep casserole dish and cover.
- Microwave for 3 1/2 to 4 minutes or until tender. Let the apples sit for a couple minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 33 mg, Sugar 32.1 g
MICROWAVE BAKED APPLES WITH GRANOLA
Good-for-you apples and oat-filled granola bars create a homey dessert. The microwave makes it extra-easy.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut apples in half lengthwise. Using spoon, remove and discard cores, making at least a 1-inch indentation in each apple half. In microwavable pie plate, arrange apple halves, cut sides up. If needed, cut thin slice off bottoms to keep halves from tipping.
- Fill each apple half evenly with raisins and brown sugar; dot with butter. Cover with microwavable plastic wrap, folding back one edge 1/4 inch to vent steam.
- Microwave on High 5 to 6 minutes or until apples are tender. Top each with granola. Serve with milk.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 0 g
BAKED APPLES IN MICROWAVE
Make and share this Baked Apples in Microwave recipe from Food.com.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Wash and core apples.
- Make a shallow cut in the skin completely around each apple, one-inch from the bottom.
- This keeps skin from shrinking during cooking.
- Place apples in a glass baking dish or in individual custard cups.
- Place 1 tablespoon brown sugar and 1/2 tablespoon butter into the core of each apple.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Cover apples with wax paper.
- Microwave on High for 10 to 14 minutes, or until tender.
- Let stand, covered, 3 minutes before serving.
- For one apple, use an individual custard cup or bowl and microwave for 2 to 3 minutes on High, for two apples, microwave 3 to 4 minutes on High.
MICROWAVE BAKED APPLES WITH GRANOLA FOR TWO
Enjoy breakfast with these microwaved raisin filled apples, that are topped with Nature Valley® Low Fat Fruit Granola - ready in just 10 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Breakfast
Time 10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut apple in half lengthwise. With spoon, remove and discard core, making at least a 1-inch indentation in each apple half. Place each half in small microwave-safe bowl.
- Fill each apple half evenly with raisins and brown sugar; dot with margarine. Cover each with microwave-safe plastic wrap, venting one corner.
- Microwave each apple half on HIGH for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes or until apple is tender. Top each with granola. If desired, serve with a little milk, cream or fruit-flavored yogurt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 31 g
MICROWAVE BAKED APPLES (W/ MINCEMEAT)
Make and share this Microwave Baked Apples (w/ Mincemeat) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Aroostook
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Core apples and place in a microwave-safe tray or deep dish.
- Stuff each apple hole with a little butter or margarine.
- Then, stuff each hole with a pinch of brown sugar and a 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon.
- Cover with plastic wrap and poke a few holes to allow steam to escape.
- Microwave on high for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Baste after 10 minutes once or twice from the sauce in the bottom of the tray.
- Just before apples are done add 1/2 c.
- mincemeat to each apple and warm though (Length of time to cook depends on the number of apples to be cooked and your microwave.) Serve with thick cream.
Tips:
- Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor. Some good choices include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn.
- If you don't have any cinnamon on hand, you can substitute nutmeg or cloves.
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream to your microwaved baked apples for a special treat.
- If you're using a microwave with a turntable, make sure to rotate the apples halfway through cooking.
- Don't overcook the apples, or they will become mushy. The apples should be tender but still hold their shape.
Conclusion:
Microwave baked apples are a quick, easy, and delicious dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes in the microwave, you can have a warm and comforting treat that is perfect for any occasion.
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