Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Bill Yoss's Baked Apples, a timeless dessert that tantalizes taste buds with its symphony of flavors and textures. These oven-baked apples, brimming with a medley of spices and enveloped in a buttery crust, are the epitome of comfort food. Dive into a collection of irresistible recipes that transform ordinary apples into extraordinary treats. From the classic Baked Apples with cinnamon and nutmeg to the tantalizing Caramel Baked Apples drizzled in a luscious caramel sauce, each recipe promises a unique gustatory experience. Discover the secrets of creating perfectly tender apples with a crisp outer shell, complemented by a rich and flavorful filling. Embark on a baking adventure that will leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BILL YOSSE'S WHITE HOUSE APPLE PIE
Came across this in The Seattle Times. Pie without an exquisite crust is simply not the real thing. They said, "White House pastry chef Bill Yosses' light, flaky pie crusts have earned him the nickname "The Crustmaster" from President Barack Obama." This recipe is adapted from Bill Yosses, White House Pastry chef - hope this version is as good as the one being served in the White House. Note it makes use of lard, the secret of all great pastry. Just in time for prime pie making! Use a good cooking apple for this pie.
Provided by Busters friend
Categories Pie
Time 2h
Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- To make the crust, in a food processor pulse together the flour, sugar and salt. Add the butter and lard, then pulse briefly until the mixture forms small crumbs. Add the ice water and pulse just until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into 2 pieces and shape into discs. Wrap each disc in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
- To prepare the pie shell, on a floured surface roll out one disc to a 14-inch circle. Transfer the dough to a lightly greased, deep 9-inch pie pan, leaving a 1 inch overhang. Refrigerate the crust in the pan for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- When ready to bake the bottom crust, heat the oven to 375°F Line the cold crust with foil and fill with baking weights, rice or dry beans to hold it in place. Bake the pie shell for 30 minutes. Leave the oven on once the crust is done.
- Meanwhile, prepare the filling. In a large saucepan, toss together the apples, sugar, honey, cornstarch, vanilla, cinnamon and lemon zest and juice. Let sit for 20 minutes.
- Bring the fruit mixture to a boil over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the fruit thickens. Let cool.
- When the bottom crust is baked and the filling has cooled, pour the fruit into the crust.
- Roll out the second disc of dough to about 12 inches.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg with the salt. Use a pastry brush to brush the egg on the edges of the cooked crust. Place the top crust over the filling. Gently crimp the top crust, sealing the pie around the edges.
- Puncture the top of the crust with a paring knife in several places to create steam vents. Brush egg wash over the crust, then sprinkle with sugar. Bake for another 30 to 40 minutes, or until the filling is bubbling and the top crust is golden brown.
- Let cool for 1 to 2 hours before serving.
BILL YOSSES'S BAKED APPLES
These baked apples are perfect alongside White House pastry chef Bill Yosses's Orange-Yogurt Cake.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Divide butter, honey, and vanilla bean seeds evenly between 4 jumbo-size muffin pan cups. Place an apple in each prepared muffin pan cup; stuff each apple with 1 1/2 teaspoons raisins.
- Cover apples with parchment paper-lined aluminum foil and transfer to oven; bake until tender, 25 to 30 minutes.
BAKED APPLES (POMMES BONNE FEMME)
Pommes bonnes femmes is a classic French baked apple dish. Marie-Aude Rose, the Parisian chef behind the much-lauded all-day cafe La Mercerie in New York, learned this version from her grandmother. The tender baked apples are finished with raspberry jam and toasted hazelnuts.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Fit apples snugly in a medium oval baking dish (apples should not tip over).
- In a small bowl, combine sugar, butter, and orange zest until well incorporated. Transfer to a piping bag; pipe butter mixture into each apple, dividing evenly. Add 2 tablespoons water to baking dish.
- Bake, basting twice with pan juices, until apples are tender but not falling apart, 40 to 50 minutes.
- Transfer baking dish to a wire rack. Add a heaping tablespoon of jam to each apple; sprinkle each with a scant tablespoon of hazelnuts. Serve warm with cookies, if desired.
ORANGE-YOGURT CAKE WITH BAKED APPLE
White House pastry chef Bill Yosses recommends this flavorful cake as a healthy dessert option.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes
Yield Makes one 8-inch round cake
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter an 8-by-2-inch round cake pan; line with a parchment paper round and butter again.
- Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add orange and boil for 5 minutes. Drain, refill saucepan with 4 cups water and boil again. Add orange and boil for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, sift together flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- Remove orange from boiling water and add remaining 1 cup granulated sugar to boiling water. Cook, stirring, until sugar is dissolved. Return orange to boiling water and cook, until orange is softened, about 5 minutes. Drain and transfer orange to the bowl of a food processor along with 1/4 cup yogurt, orange zest, egg, honey, and vanilla. Process until well combined.
- Add flour mixture to bowl of food processor; process until combined. Transfer to prepared cake pan and bake until golden brown and a cake tester inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, confectioners' sugar, and remaining 1/4 cup of yogurt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Let boil until glaze is thickened, about 3 minutes.
- Remove cake from oven and invert onto a wire rack set over parchment paper. Remove parchment paper round; pour glaze over cake. Let stand until glaze is absorbed. Serve cake with sliced baked apples.
Tips:
- Choose the right apples: Use firm, tart apples that hold their shape well when baked, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
- Core the apples carefully: Use an apple corer to remove the core, being careful not to cut through the bottom of the apple.
- Stuff the apples generously: Fill the apples with your favorite fillings, such as brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, nuts, or dried fruit.
- Bake the apples until they are tender: Bake the apples in a preheated oven until they are tender when pierced with a knife, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Serve the apples warm or cold: Baked apples can be served warm or cold, with or without ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce.
Conclusion:
Bill Yosses' Baked Apples are a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you serve them warm or cold, with ice cream or whipped cream, these baked apples are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a simple and delicious dessert, give Bill Yosses' Baked Apples a try. You won't be disappointed!
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