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Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries

Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries: Comfort in Every Bite

Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries combine sweet and savory for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apples
  • 4 apples firm apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith) Choose for sweetness and tartness.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled Substitute with goat cheese for variety.
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries Fresh cranberries may need extra sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Consider using freshly grated nutmeg.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best flavor.
For Sweetness
  • 1/4 cup honey Maple syrup can be a vegan alternative.
For Richness
  • 2 tablespoons butter Use plant-based option for dairy-free.
Optional Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped Adds color and freshness.

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Apple corer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Core each apple, leaving a half-inch intact at the bottom, and place them upright in the baking dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix together crumbled feta, dried cranberries, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
  4. Stuff each apple with the filling, packing it gently without breaking the apples.
  5. Drizzle honey over each filled apple and place a small pat of butter on top.
  6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until apples are tender.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until tops are golden.
  8. Allow to cool for a few minutes, then garnish with chopped mint before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appleCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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