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Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries

Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries for Cozy Nights

Delight in Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries – a perfect blend of sweet and savory.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 apples
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apples
  • 4 medium Firm Apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith) Choose varieties that hold their shape while baking.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Or raisins or cherries.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust based on preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can be omitted if unavailable.
For the Drizzle
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup is a vegan alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (optional) Dairy-free substitutes can be used.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish lightly with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Core each apple, leaving about half an inch intact at the bottom. Arrange the apples upright in the baking dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
  4. Stuff each cored apple with the feta mixture.
  5. Drizzle honey over each apple and add a small pat of butter if desired.
  6. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, then bake uncovered for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
  7. Allow the apples to cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh mint if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appleCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best flavor experience. Customize filling with alternative fruits or cheeses if desired.

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