Description
Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries: A Sweet and Savory Delight is a delicious combination of flavors that perfectly balances sweetness and savoriness. This recipe features tender apples stuffed with creamy feta cheese, tart cranberries, and a drizzle of honey, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a cozy dessert after dinner or a unique snack throughout the day, these baked apples are sure to impress. Ideal for fall gatherings or festive holiday celebrations, they offer a delightful twist on traditional apple desserts. With easy preparation and versatile serving options, this dish is perfect for both casual family meals and special events.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Gala)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (divided)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Core each apple, leaving about ½ inch intact at the bottom.
- In a mixing bowl, combine feta cheese, dried cranberries, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until mixed.
- Stuff each cored apple with the filling mixture.
- Drizzle honey over each stuffed apple and place a small pat of butter on top.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until apples are tender.
- Remove the foil and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving; garnish with fresh mint if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed apple (about 180g)
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg