Best 3 Stuffed Cranberry Apples Recipes
Cranberries and apples are two of the most popular fruits of the fall season. Both are tart and tangy, but they also have a sweetness that makes them perfect for a variety of dishes. One of the most popular ways to enjoy these fruits is to stuff them together. Stuffed cranberry apples are a fun and festive way to enjoy these fall fruits. They can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or even a dessert. There are numerous ways of preparing this dish. One can find recipes combining cranberries with a variety of spices and mixed with nuts and other fruits. These stuffed apples can be baked, roasted, or even microwaved. Read on for a few ideas on how to make this delicious dish.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
CRANBERRY STUFFED APPLES
Cinnamon, nutmeg and walnuts add a homey autumn flavor to these stuffed apples, but the slow cooker does most of the work for me. -Graciela Sandvigen, Rochester, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 4h10m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Core apples, leaving bottoms intact. Peel top third of each apple; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the cranberries, brown sugar, walnuts, cinnamon and nutmeg; spoon into apples. , Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until apples are tender. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
STUFFED CRANBERRY APPLES
For this great holiday dessert, apples are wrapped in a pie crust and stuffed with a sweet cranberry and orange mixture. This was made for me years ago by an older lady and I begged her for the recipe.
Provided by CM
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Apple Dessert Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix the sour cream, cranberries, brown sugar, and orange zest together and set aside. Slice each pie crust into three strips. Wrap each cored apple with one strip of pastry, covering the bottom of the apple, but leaving the top open. Fill each apple with the prepared filling. Place the wrapped and filled apples into a baking dish.
- Bake the apples in the preheated oven until the pastry is evenly browned and the apples are tender, about 30 minutes. Let the apples stand at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.1 calories, Carbohydrate 73.1 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 25.8 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 354.1 mg, Sugar 36.6 g
PRESSURE-COOKER CRANBERRY STUFFED APPLES
Cinnamon, nutmeg and walnuts add a homey autumn flavor to these stuffed apples. What a lovely old-fashioned treat! -Grace Sandvigen, Rochester, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Core apples, leaving bottoms intact. Peel top third of each apple. Place trivet insert and 1 cup water in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Combine cranberries, brown sugar, walnuts, cinnamon and nutmeg; spoon into apples. Place apples on trivet., Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 3 minutes. Quick-release pressure. If desired, serve with whipped cream or ice cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose firm, tart apples that will hold their shape when baked, such as Granny Smith, Braeburn, or Honeycrisp.
- Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. If you only have frozen cranberries, thaw them before using.
- Add a little bit of orange zest or cinnamon to the cranberry filling for extra flavor.
- Be careful not to overstuff the apples, or they will burst in the oven.
- Bake the apples until they are tender but still hold their shape, about 30-35 minutes.
- Serve the apples warm or at room temperature, with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.
Conclusion:
Stuffed cranberry apples are a delicious and festive fall dessert that is perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give stuffed cranberry apples a try. You won't be disappointed!
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