Baked stuffed apples
Apples are a low-calorie, nutrient-dense food, They are a good source of potassium and beta carotene and provide some vitamin C, folate, magnesium, and calcium. Unpeeled apples are a good source of fiber, which is known to lower cholesterol levels. In addition, apples provide numerous anti-inflammatory compounds that reduce the overall risk of heart disease. Walnuts are a good source of protein, dietary fiber, magnesium, iron, and vitamin B6. They also contain omega 3 fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation and discourage plaque buildup in the arteries. Raisins are an excellent source of energy and are rich in antioxidants and fiber.
Baked Stuffed Apples
This recipe for sweet, baked, and stuffed apples is really out of this world!
Ingredients
- 7 apples
- 3.5 oz raisins
- 3.5 oz walnuts
- port wine enough to soak raisins
- 1 tbsp Ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground cloves
Instructions
- Cover the raisins in port wine and soak for at least 2 hours.
- Chop the walnuts into medium-sized pieces.
- Mix together the chopped walnuts, raisins, cinnamon, and ground cloves
- Wash and core the apples, leaving the bottoms intact.
- Score around the perimeter of the apples in several locations to prevent the skin from rupturing during baking.
- Stuff the cored apples with the mixture.
- Pour the remaining port wine, in which the raisins have been soaked, into the stuffed apples.
- Put on a deep tray with parchment paper and bake in a preheated oven at 350° F for 20-25 minutes.
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Notes
You can use any kind of nuts and dried fruit you like. Instead of using port wine, you can use any sweet liquor you fancy.
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