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Baked Citrus Apples And Pears Recipe

Transform leftover apples, pears, oranges, and lemons into a warm, comforting, and healthy dessert or breakfast! This delightful recipe is perfect for using up ripe fruit and is sure to please both adults and children. Baked to perfection with warming spices, this recipe is equally delicious served warm with Greek yogurt or chilled with a sprinkle of granola. A simple, yet elegant treat for any occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 232.8 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Baked Citrus Apples And Pears 114

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Citrus Apples And Pears

  • 2 medium pears (about 1 pound)
  • 2 medium apples (about 1 pound)
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • juice and zest of 1/2 lemon
  • juice and zest of 1 orange
  • a dollop of Greek yogurt
  • a dollop of crème fraîche
  • your favorite granola
  • a drizzle of honey
  • a drizzle of maple syrup

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How to Make Baked Citrus Apples And Pears

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel and core 2 medium apples (about 1 pound) and 2 medium pears (about 1 pound). Cut into quarters.
  3. In a flameproof dish, combine the apple and pear quarters with 1 cinnamon stick, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 cup raisins, the juice and zest of 1 orange, and the juice and zest of 1/2 lemon.
  4. Toss gently to coat the fruit evenly.
  5. Cover the dish tightly with foil.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the fruit is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
  7. Remove the foil and let the fruit cool slightly. Serve warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt or crème fraîche, or enjoy chilled with your favorite granola.
  8. Optional: Add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

175g

Fat

0g

Carbs

20g

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Breakfast & Brunch Sweets & Sides Desserts Healthy Vegetarian Vegan Gluten Free Paleo Fall Recipes Baking

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Breakfast Desserts Fruit Easy European Kid Friendly Vegetarian Dietary Comfort Food Inexpensive Apples Citrus Pears Brunch Taste Mood Sweet Presentation Served Cold Served Hot