Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries
These delicious baked apples combine the sweetness of apples with the tanginess of feta cheese, drizzled with honey and mixed with cranberries. A perfect dish for a cozy fall dessert or a unique appetizer.
Equipment
- 1 baking dish
- 1 paring knife
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized apples about 150 g each
- 100 g feta cheese crumbled
- ½ cup dried cranberries (75 g)
- ¼ cup honey (60 ml)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional (30 g)
- 1 tablespoon butter (15 g)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash and core the apples, making sure to leave the bottom intact to hold the filling.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, honey, and cinnamon. If using, add in the chopped nuts.
- Stuff each apple with the feta and cranberry mixture, packing it tightly.
- Place the stuffed apples in a baking dish. If desired, cut the butter into small pieces and place a piece on top of each apple.
- Add ¼ cup of water to the bottom of the baking dish to create steam while baking.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the apples are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove the apples from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
You can substitute the feta cheese with goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
For a dairy-free version, you can omit the cheese altogether or use a plant-based alternative.
Serve warm, garnished with extra honey or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.