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Caramel-Stuffed Baked Apples

Caramel-Stuffed Baked Apples
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Caramel-Stuffed Baked Apples offer a warm, sweet, and cozy dessert experience by combining firm baked apples with rich, gooey caramel, warm spices, and optional crunchy nuts. Perfect for any season and easily customizable, this effortless recipe delivers a comforting and nostalgic treat that’s simple to make and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Apples

  • 4 firm baking apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

Caramel Filling

  • 1 cup caramel candies or caramel sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Spices & Toppings

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Wash and core each apple carefully, removing all seeds and creating enough space inside while keeping the bottom intact to hold the caramel filling.
  2. Soften the Filling: Gently melt caramel candies with butter in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth and gooey for easy stuffing.
  3. Stuff the Apples: Fill each cored apple firmly with the warm caramel mixture without overflowing to prevent spills during baking.
  4. Add Spices and Topping: Sprinkle the stuffed apples evenly with cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, and chopped nuts to add flavor and texture.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Place the apples in a baking dish, add a splash of water or apple cider at the bottom, cover loosely with foil for half the baking time, then bake uncovered at 350°F (175°C) for 30-40 minutes until tender and bubbly.
  6. Rest Before Serving: Let the baked apples cool slightly to allow the caramel to thicken and set for the best texture.

Notes

  • Use firmer apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith to retain shape and balance sweetness.
  • Avoid overfilling the apples to prevent caramel overflow.
  • Cover loosely with foil for the first half of baking to ensure even cooking and prevent drying out.
  • Adding water or apple cider to the baking dish helps keep apples moist and tender.
  • Allow baked apples to rest before serving to achieve the perfect caramel texture.

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