Baked Apples Stuffed with Honey, Almonds, and Ginger

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
14%
Baked Apples Stuffed with Honey, Almonds, and Ginger
45 min.
4
502kcal

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Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors with our Baked Apples Stuffed with Honey, Almonds, and Ginger. This exquisite treat is perfect for anyone seeking a sweet yet nutritious side dish that is not only vegetarian but also gluten-free. The succulent Fuji apples, known for their crisp texture and sweet-tart taste, serve as the perfect vessel for the warm, gooey filling made with toasted almonds, aromatic ginger, and luscious honey. With a hint of citrus from the freshly grated lemon peel, each bite bursts with vibrant flavors that will leave you craving more.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity, allowing you to create an impressive dish without spending hours in the kitchen. In just 45 minutes, you can prepare a dessert that not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also provides a healthy dose of protein and healthy fats, thanks to the Greek yogurt and cream. Plus, the alluring aroma of baked apples wafting through your home will have everyone asking for seconds!

Whether served as a side dish during a holiday feast, or as a simple yet elegant dessert after dinner, these baked apples are bound to become a beloved staple in your culinary repertoire. Spoil yourself and your loved ones with a dessert that is both wholesome and indulgent—because everyone deserves a little sweetness in their life!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup almonds toasted chopped
  • 0.3 cup apple juice fresh (preferably unfiltered )
  • ounce fuji apples 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed ()
  • servings greek yogurt 
  • 1.3 teaspoons ground ginger 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon zest finely grated
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • knife
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan
  • melon baller

Directions

  1. Combine first 5 ingredients in small bowl.
  2. Mix in cream.
  3. Let stand until sugar dissolves and filling thickens, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F. Using small sharp knife and starting at side of apple at center point, cut around each apple to make slit in skin to prevent bursting. Using small end of melon baller, scoop out core and all seeds to within 1/2 inch of bottom.
  5. Place apples upright in 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. Spoon filling into hollow of each apple. Mound remaining filling on top of each apple (some may slide down sides).
  6. Pour juice around apples. Butter large sheet of foil. Loosely tent dish with foil, buttered side down.
  7. Bake apples until barely tender, about 1 hour. Uncover and bake until apples are very tender and sauce is bubbling thickly, about 20 minutes longer.
  8. Transfer apples and sauce to bowls.
  9. Serve with yogurt.

Nutrition Facts

Calories502kcal
Protein21.1%
Fat43.32%
Carbs35.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.76
Glycemic Load
7.53
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
19.38043469968%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.55mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
1.27mg
Epigallocatechin
0.84mg
Epicatechin
5.16mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.11mg
Eriodictyol
0.07mg
Naringenin
0.12mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.71mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Quercetin
2.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:501.62kcal
25.08%
Fat:25g
38.47%
Saturated Fat:8.11g
50.71%
Carbohydrates:46.2g
15.4%
Net Carbohydrates:41.27g
15.01%
Sugar:37.97g
42.19%
Cholesterol:43.62mg
14.54%
Sodium:85.97mg
3.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.41g
54.81%
Vitamin B2:0.95mg
55.68%
Vitamin E:7.26mg
48.42%
Manganese:0.89mg
44.38%
Phosphorus:427.65mg
42.77%
Calcium:332.16mg
33.22%
Selenium:22.41µg
32.01%
Magnesium:102.98mg
25.75%
Vitamin B12:1.45µg
24.13%
Fiber:4.93g
19.73%
Potassium:616.32mg
17.61%
Copper:0.34mg
17.23%
Zinc:2.05mg
13.64%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.73%
Vitamin A:476.93IU
9.54%
Vitamin B5:0.94mg
9.36%
Iron:1.52mg
8.46%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.9%
Vitamin B3:1.57mg
7.83%
Folate:29.21µg
7.3%
Vitamin C:3.95mg
4.79%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.17%
Vitamin K:2.2µg
2.1%
Source:Epicurious