Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries Bliss

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Delight in Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries for a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 apples

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 190

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Filling

4 pieces firm apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
1 cup feta cheese can substitute with goat cheese
1 cup dried cranberries raisins or dried cherries are alternatives
4 tablespoons honey maple syrup is a vegan alternative
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon nutmeg can be an alternative
1 teaspoon vanilla extract can be omitted for simplicity

For Baking

1 tablespoon butter or cooking spray use plant-based butter for vegan option

Equipment

baking dish
Mixing Bowl
Apple corer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish using butter or cooking spray.
Core each apple, leaving ½ inch of the bottom intact for filling.
Mix crumbled feta, dried cranberries, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a bowl until well combined.
Fill each cored apple with the feta mixture, pack tightly, and drizzle honey over the top.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the apples are tender.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes for browning.
Let cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh mint and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appleCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These baked apples make for a delightful and comforting dessert that's easy to customize based on available ingredients.

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