Best 4 Date Filled Baked Apple Recipes
Indulge in the delectable Date-Filled Baked Apple, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic dessert combines the natural sweetness of apples with the rich, chewy goodness of dates, all enveloped in a crispy, golden-brown crust. The article presents three variations of this timeless treat: the classic Date-Filled Baked Apple, a Gluten-Free Date-Filled Baked Apple for those with dietary restrictions, and a fun Date-Filled Baked Apple Ring for a visually stunning presentation. Each recipe offers step-by-step instructions, ensuring success for both experienced bakers and culinary novices.
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BAKED APPLES RECIPE
Tender and delicious fruit dessert made with 7 easy ingredients!
Provided by Christine Mello
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Using a sharp knife, core the apples to within 1/2 inch of the bottom while cutting a hole in the top of the apples for the filling. Place in baking pan.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and spices.
- Using a spoon, divide the spice mix equally between the cored out apples. Top spice mixture with the dates, dividing among the apples equally. Push firmly down to press the dates into the spice mixture. Top each with a cube of butter.
- Pour boiling water around the apples in the bottom of the baking pan. Bake for 40 - 45 minutes until apples feel soft when gently squeezed but not mushy. Remove from oven.
- Serve with a scoop of ice cream, spooning core liquid over ice cream while hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 kcal, Sugar 43 g, Sodium 8 mg, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Carbohydrate 51 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 1 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, ServingSize 1 serving
BAKED APPLES FILLED WITH DATES AND PECANS
When I told my friend about this baked apple dish, he said it reminded him of an old folk recipe. When he was little and had an upset tummy, his Russian grandmother would cut up an apple and leave it out on the counter for a few minutes, until it began to brown. His grandmother would then say, "Come eat, tatellah" (an affectionate way of saying, "little man" in Yiddish). Lo and behold, a few minutes later his stomach felt better. He always figured it was love at work (and, of course, it was), but years later he found out there was also some science involved: As they brown-or cook, in this case-apples release pectin, which naturally soothes the belly. Baking makes the pectin and the rest of the apple easier to digest. In this recipe, the apples are complemented by a whole host of tasty morsels and spices-toasted pecans, dates, orange zest, and cinnamon-and as they bake, they smell heavenly.
Yield serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Combine the pecans, dates, orange zest and juice, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl and stir to combine.
- Core the apples, leaving half an inch at the bottom, and peel the top edges. Stuff the apples with the pecan filling, then dot the butter on top or melt the butter and brush it on the apple tops.
- Put the apples in a baking pan, pour in about 1 inch of apple juice, and cover tightly with foil. Bake for 40 to 60 minutes, until the apples are tender but not mushy. Test for doneness by poking a fork into the apples; they should be tender and yield easily to pressure.
- Serve warm, drizzled with the warm apple juice from the baking pan.
- If you don't have dates or pecans, be creative! You can substitute currants or raisins and walnuts or almonds, and if nuts are a problem, you can simply omit them. You can use clarified butter if you like, or for a dairy-free version use coconut oil.
- Use a melon baller to scoop out the apple core; it's important to keep the base intact.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days.
- (per serving)
- Calories: 205
- Total Fat: 5.8g (0.5g saturated, 3.1g monounsaturated)
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
EASIEST EVER BAKED STUFFED APPLES
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Trim the tops and scoop out the center and the seeds of each apple and rub the edges of the trimmed fruit with the lemon. In a medium bowl, combine the butter, cereal, sugar, and walnuts. Fill the apples with the cereal mixture. Set the apples upright in muffin tins and bake until tender and bubbly, about 20 minutes. Transfer to serving dishes, top with ice cream and serve hot.
BAKED APPLES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Wash and core apples, leaving enough of the core at the base of the apple to contain the filling.
- Combine the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and chopped pecans in a small bowl. Roll log shapes of the mixture and press enough into each apple to fill the core.
- Fill a 2-quart baking dish with about 3/4 cup water, or enough to cover the bottom. Place the apples upright in the dish. Bake until the apples are soft and the filling is browned, 1 hour.
Tips:
- Choose the right apples: Use firm, tart apples that will hold their shape when baked, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady.
- Prepare the apples properly: Core the apples and remove the seeds, but leave the skin on. This will help the apples hold their shape and prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Stuff the apples generously: Don't be shy with the date filling. The more dates you use, the more flavorful the apples will be.
- Use a flavorful date filling: The date filling is what really makes these apples special. Be sure to use a filling that is packed with flavor, such as a filling made with chopped dates, nuts, spices, and honey.
- Bake the apples until they are tender: The apples should be tender when pierced with a knife, but they should not be mushy. The baking time will vary depending on the type of apples you use and the size of your apples.
- Serve the apples warm or cold: These apples can be served warm or cold. If you are serving them warm, you can top them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Conclusion:
Date-filled baked apples are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up leftover apples, and they are also a healthy and nutritious snack. With their sweet and tart flavor, these apples are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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