HASSELBACK APPLES WITH FIGS

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for the dish
3 large firm apples (such as Honeycrisp, Pink Lady or Gala)
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Pinch of salt
4 fresh figs, stemmed and thinly sliced lengthwise
1/4 cup honey
1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
1 cinnamon stick
2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Butter a 2- to 3-quart baking dish. Halve the apples; cut out the core and place flat-side down. Using a sharp knife, make slits in each apple half about 1/4 inch apart; do not cut through to the bottom. Place the apples flat-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  • Combine 2 tablespoons each butter and brown sugar in a bowl and mash together with a fork; spread the mixture over the tops of the apples. Cover with foil and bake until just tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar with the flour, lemon zest, salt and the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a bowl until clumpy.
  • Uncover the apples and carefully insert the fig slices into the slits in the apples; sprinkle with the flour mixture. Bake, uncovered, until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender, 20 to 25 more minutes.
  • Combine the honey with the vanilla bean, cinnamon stick and 2 tablespoons water in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, and cook until the honey is infused, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; discard the cinnamon stick and vanilla bean and stir in the pomegranate seeds. Transfer the apples to plates and serve with ice cream and the pomegranate syrup.

Gilberto Rogel
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I love the way these apples look when they're finished baking. They're so beautiful and elegant.


Becca Rosas
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These apples are a great make-ahead dessert. You can make them ahead of time and then reheat them when you're ready to serve.


Umar Lucky
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I've made this recipe several times and it never disappoints. It's a great way to impress your guests.


Abdul Majed
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These apples are the perfect addition to any holiday table. They're festive and delicious.


Mohammad Jabed Sarker
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I made these apples for my kids and they loved them. They're a great way to get kids to eat fruit.


Nangialai Haran
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These apples are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious!


Maryam YT
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I love the combination of apples and figs in this recipe. It's a unique and flavorful dessert.


Ahsan Khattak
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These apples are a great way to use up leftover figs. They're also a healthy and delicious snack.


Katrecia Cofield
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I've never made Hasselback apples before, but this recipe made it so easy. They turned out perfect!


Namatta Ronisha
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These apples are the perfect fall dessert. They're warm, comforting, and full of flavor.


Abdul Muhsin
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I made these apples for a potluck and they were the first thing to go. Everyone loved them!


Baqir Rizvi Al Hanafi
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These apples are a work of art! They're so beautiful and they taste even better than they look.


Tusasirwe Meron
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I wasn't sure how these apples would turn out, but I'm so glad I tried them. They're absolutely delicious!


MD EVAN RIPON SINGHA
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These apples are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving them with ice cream or whipped cream.


pk store
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover apples.


Nantume Faridah
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The apples are beautiful and the flavors are amazing.


Mahmoud Yahia
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I made these apples for my family and they loved them! The apples were perfectly cooked and the filling was delicious.


Adeolu Adewumi
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These Hasselback apples were a hit at my dinner party! The combination of sweet apples, tangy figs, and crunchy walnuts was perfect.