Bloomin Apples Delicious Dish (Printer-Friendly Version)
Tender baked apples infused with cinnamon, nuts, and brown sugar for a rich and warm treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
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4 medium Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples
→ Wet ingredients
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1/4 cup (56.7 g) unsalted butter, melted
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
→ Dry ingredients
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1/2 cup (110 g) packed brown sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
→ Add-ins
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1/4 cup (30 g) chopped walnuts or pecans
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1/4 cup (40 g) raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
→ For serving
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Ice cream or whipped cream (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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Set the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
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Lightly grease a baking dish with butter or spray with cooking spray.
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Core each apple, keeping the bottom intact, then cut slices downward about three-quarters through each apple.
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Place the sliced apples upright in the greased baking dish.
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In a small bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, chopped nuts, raisins or cranberries, and lemon juice.
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Spoon the prepared mixture generously between the apple slices.
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Pour a small amount of water into the bottom of the baking dish, then cover with aluminum foil.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
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Remove the foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until the apples are tender.
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Allow to cool slightly before serving with optional ice cream or whipped cream.
# Additional Tips:
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Use firm apples such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for best texture and flavor.