Classic Baked Cinnamon Apples (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Baked Apples
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6 medium baking apples (Rome Beauty, McIntosh, Jonagold, Fuji, Granny Smith, Golden Delicious or Braeburn)
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg
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1/3 cup dried cranberries (or raisins)
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/4 cup walnuts, finely chopped (optional)
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1 cup hot water
→ Optional Toppings
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Unsweetened whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
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Caramel sauce
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl. Stir in dried cranberries.
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Core apples leaving base intact, and place in casserole dish without touching each other.
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Divide filling between apples. Top each with 1/2 tablespoon butter and optional walnuts. Sprinkle with any remaining cinnamon mixture.
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Add hot water to dish. Bake at 375°F for 45-60 minutes until apples are soft but not mushy. Baking time varies by apple size and variety.
# Notes:
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A cozy fall dessert that tastes like apple pie filling, these baked apples can be enjoyed plain or topped with cream, ice cream, or caramel sauce.
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Use firm, crisp, and tart apples for best results.