Almond-Stuffed Baked Apples with Caramel-Apple Sauce

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Almond-Stuffed Baked Apples with Caramel-Apple Sauce
45 min.
8
192kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Almond-Stuffed Baked Apples, a perfect dessert that captures the essence of autumn. Picture this: tender Braeburn apples, roasted to golden perfection, and filled with a luscious blend of toasted almonds and aromatic spices, topped off with a luscious caramel-apple sauce. This enchanting dish is not only vegetarian and gluten-free but also a warm embrace of flavors that will leave your taste buds singing.

In just 45 minutes, you can transform simple ingredients into a stunning dessert that serves eight, making it an ideal choice for gatherings with family and friends. The delicate crunch of toasted almonds coupled with the sweetness of freshly baked apples creates a beautiful contrast that is as visually appealing as it is delicious.

To elevate your dining experience even further, consider the suggested wine pairing. The Muscat Beaumes-de-Venise from Jaboulet, France, will harmonize perfectly with the flavors of the dish, allowing you to savor each bite as a memorable moment. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply looking to enjoy a comforting dessert, these Almond-Stuffed Baked Apples are sure to impress and delight everyone at your table.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup almonds toasted sliced
  • 0.5 cup apple cider 
  •  braeburn apple halved
  • tablespoon brandy 
  • teaspoon butter 
  • teaspoons butter melted
  • large egg whites 
  • tablespoon grand marnier orange-flavored ( liqueur)
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • Dash nutmeg 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • Dash salt 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. To prepare filling, place almonds in a food processor; process until finely ground.
  3. Combine ground almonds, sugar, and next 5 ingredients (through egg white), stirring until well combined.
  4. To prepare apples, core, remove seeds, and carefully scoop out 1 tablespoon from each apple half to form a cup.
  5. Cut a thin slice off the rounded side of each apple half to make a flat surface; place apples cup-side up on a jelly-roll pan coated with cooking spray.
  6. Combine 1 tablespoon sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle generously over apples. Spoon about 1 tablespoon filling in cup of each apple half.
  7. Bake at 350 for 40 minutes or until apples are golden and tender.
  8. To prepare sauce, combine 1/2 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat (do not stir) until mixture begins to brown; gently tilt pan and swirl to evenly brown mixture. Reduce heat to low; slowly add cider, stirring constantly.
  9. Remove from heat; stir in remaining ingredients.
  10. Serve over apples.
  11. Wine note: Since this dessert is not supersweet, it's perfect for wine pairing. Very sweet desserts are harder to pair because they can make wine taste dull or neutral. A terrific choice is Muscat Beaumes-de-Venise from Jaboulet, France. The 2001 is about $16 for a 375-milliliter half-bottle. Just a small glass of this wonderfully opulent wine will make the baked apples taste like a three-star dessert course. -Karen McNeil

Nutrition Facts

Calories192kcal
Protein3.98%
Fat21.57%
Carbs74.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
60.38
Glycemic Load
18.2
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.6386956698869%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.57mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.44mg
Epigallocatechin
0.39mg
Epicatechin
7.58mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.17mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Quercetin
3.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:192.23kcal
9.61%
Fat:4.69g
7.21%
Saturated Fat:1.25g
7.79%
Carbohydrates:36.4g
12.13%
Net Carbohydrates:33.41g
12.15%
Sugar:32.03g
35.59%
Cholesterol:4.03mg
1.34%
Sodium:62.33mg
2.71%
Alcohol:1.16g
100%
Alcohol %:0.99%
100%
Protein:1.95g
3.9%
Fiber:2.99g
11.97%
Vitamin E:1.68mg
11.21%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.55%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.75%
Magnesium:21.7mg
5.42%
Vitamin C:4.32mg
5.24%
Potassium:163.49mg
4.67%
Copper:0.09mg
4.58%
Phosphorus:40.27mg
4.03%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.42%
Calcium:24.13mg
2.41%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.08%
Vitamin K:2.15µg
2.05%
Iron:0.37mg
2.03%
Vitamin A:96.51IU
1.93%
Selenium:1.23µg
1.75%
Vitamin B3:0.31mg
1.56%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.53%
Folate:5.58µg
1.39%
Source:My Recipes