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Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries Recipe

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  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 50-55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightfully warm and comforting baked apples stuffed with a savory-sweet mixture of crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, honey, and fragrant cinnamon. This easy dessert blends soft baked fruit with creamy cheese and a hint of vanilla, finished with a buttery golden top and optional fresh mint garnish. Perfect for a cozy treat or elegant autumn dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

Apples

  • 4 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp or Gala)

Filling

  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping and Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prepare for baking the apples.
  2. Core the apples: Carefully core each apple, ensuring you leave about ½ inch intact at the bottom so the filling stays inside during baking.
  3. Mix the filling: In a small bowl, combine crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir well until everything is evenly mixed.
  4. Stuff the apples: Place the cored apples upright in the prepared baking dish. Gently stuff each apple cavity with the feta mixture, pressing lightly to fill completely.
  5. Add honey and butter: Drizzle honey evenly over each stuffed apple. Then place a small pat of unsalted butter on top of each apple to enhance flavor and promote browning.
  6. Bake covered: Cover the baking dish with foil to prevent drying and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the apples become tender when pierced with a fork.
  7. Brown and finish: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes. This step allows the tops to become a beautiful golden brown and slightly caramelized.
  8. Garnish and serve: Let the baked apples cool slightly before sprinkling with chopped fresh mint, if desired. Serve them warm for the best flavor experience.

Notes

  • Choose firm apples like Honeycrisp or Gala to maintain shape during baking.
  • If you prefer a less sweet dessert, adjust the honey amount or omit it entirely.
  • Fresh mint adds a refreshing contrast but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • These baked apples can be served as a dessert or a sweet breakfast option.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and gently reheated before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: baked apples, feta cheese, honey, cranberries, cinnamon, fall dessert, vegetarian dessert

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