Baked Apples (With Chopped Hazelnuts)

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 14
Baked Apples with Chopped Hazelnuts
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

6 granny smith apples
1/4 cup brown sugar , lightly packed
50 g butter , softened
3 tablespoons hazelnuts , chopped
3/4 cup raisins , chopped
1 teaspoon grated orange zest or 1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 6 teaspoons pure maple syrup or 6 teaspoons rice syrup
1/3 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
271
Sugar
33g
Fat
11g
Baked Apples with Chopped Hazelnuts is a sweet and comforting dessert that is perfect for cooler months. The recipe is simple and uses wholesome ingredients, making it a healthier alternative to traditional desserts. The hazelnuts and raisins add a nice crunch and sweetness to the baked apples, while the cinnamon and orange or lemon zest give them a seasonal flavor. Maple or rice syrup is used instead of refined sugar, making it a healthier option. The dish is also vegan and gluten-free.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
2.Core the apples, leaving the bottom of each intact.
3.In a bowl, cream together the brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
4.Stir in the hazelnuts, raisins, orange or lemon zest, and cinnamon.
5.Using a spoon, stuff each apple with the mixture, mounding it on top.
6.Place the apples in a baking dish and add the water.
7.Drizzle each apple with maple or rice syrup.
8.Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the apples are tender.

PROS

Baked apples are a delicious, healthy, and warming dessert that is easy to make and perfect for fall or winter.

The hazelnuts and raisins add a nice crunch and sweetness, while the cinnamon and orange or lemon zest give them a seasonal flavor.

Maple or rice syrup is used instead of refined sugar, making it a healthier option.

CONS

While baked apples are a healthy dessert, the added sugars and butter mean that they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apples are rich in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants, which can help boost the immune system, reduce inflammation, and promote heart health.
Hazelnuts are also a great source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber, and have been linked to improving heart health and reducing inflammation.
Cinnamon has potential benefits in regulating blood sugar levels and reducing inflammation.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.