German Baked Apples With Marzipan & Cranberry

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 7

German Baked Apples With Marzipan & Cranberry is a heart-warming dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 large firm tart apples ( such as Jonagold , McIntosh , or Granny Smith )
	3 tablespoons red currant jelly
	1/4 cup fresh cranberries , halved
	1 teaspoon ground cinnamon , divided
	1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
	1/4 cup german marzipan ( chopped or grated )
	1 container sour cream
	2 tablespoons confectioners ' sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

371

Sugar

52g

Fat

13g

German Baked Apples With Marzipan & Cranberry is a warm, comforting dessert that brings a unique twist to baked apples. This recipe celebrates the season's rich flavors, with a combination of tart apples, sweet marzipan, and tangy cranberries. Baked to perfection, this dessert makes the perfect ending to any meal. When combined with tangy sour cream, it creates the perfect balance of flavors.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
2.	Core the apples leaving the bottom intact.
3.	In a small bowl, mix the red currant jelly, cranberries, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and nutmeg. Fill each apple with the mixture and place them in a baking dish.
4.	In another bowl, mix the marzipan and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon. Spoon the mixture on top of the filled apples.
5.	Cover the apples with foil, and bake for approximately 40 minutes. Remove the foil for the final 5 minutes of baking time to allow the marzipan to brown slightly.
6.	While baking, prepare the sour cream by whisking it with 2 tablespoons of confectioners' sugar. Once the apples are baked, serve them hot with the sour cream.

PROS

This comforting dessert is easy to prepare and has an indulgent, sweet taste.

The combination of baked apples, tangy cranberries, and spicy cinnamon is heavenly.

The dish is a perfect way to enjoy apples in a unique, delicious way.

CONS

Marzipan is high in sugar and fat, which makes this dish calorie-dense and not suitable for those watching their intake.

The sour cream adds an extra calorie load, so be mindful of portion sizes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apples are an excellent source of fiber and vitamin C, which supports overall health and digestion.
The cranberries in this dish are also packed with antioxidants and have been shown to improve gut health.