Baked Apples Feta Honey Cranberries (Printable View)
Sweet apples baked with feta, honey, and cranberries for a flavorful dessert or snack.
# Ingredient List:
→ Apples and Fillings
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4 medium apples, such as Honeycrisp or Gala
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1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
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1/4 cup dried cranberries
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter, divided
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, optional for garnish
# Preparation Steps:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
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Using an apple corer or paring knife, carefully core each apple, leaving about 1/2 inch at the base intact to hold the filling.
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Combine feta cheese, dried cranberries, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a small bowl. Stir until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Arrange apples upright in the prepared baking dish and fill each cavity with the feta mixture, pressing it gently into the core.
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Drizzle honey evenly over the filled apples, then top each apple with a small piece of the divided butter.
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Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until apples are tender but still hold their shape.
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Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the tops are golden and slightly caramelized.
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Allow the apples to cool slightly, garnish with chopped fresh mint if desired, and serve warm.
# Supplementary Details:
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Select crisp-fleshed apples to retain structure during baking and prevent collapse.