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Baked Apples And Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this easy baked apple recipe! Sweet and tart cranberries perfectly complement the tender baked apples, creating a delicious dessert or side dish. This simple recipe elevates a classic with minimal effort, perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a special occasion. Get ready to enjoy the burst of autumnal goodness!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 269.7 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Baked Apples And Cranberry Sauce

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Ingredients for Baked Apples And Cranberry Sauce

  • 4 medium apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala)
  • Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce
  • Cranberry Juice

How to Make Baked Apples And Cranberry Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Core 4 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala) leaving about 1/2 inch at the bottom intact. Gently peel back the top skin slightly to prevent splitting during baking.
  3. Place apples in a baking dish.
  4. Fill the cored apples generously with 1/2 cup cranberry sauce. Spoon additional cranberry sauce over the tops of the apples.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup apple juice or water into the bottom of the baking dish.
  6. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until apples are tender and easily pierced with a fork.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

254g

Fat

0g

Carbs

23g

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