Cozy Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries Delight

Enjoy these Baked Apples with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries for a comforting dessert that's perfect for chilly evenings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Apples

4 pieces Firm Apples Honeycrisp or Granny Smith are recommended.

For the Filling

100 grams Feta Cheese Creamy and tangy; goat cheese can substitute.
100 grams Dried Cranberries Add a burst of tartness.
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can be swapped with nutmeg.
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; can use vanilla bean paste.

For Sweetness

3 tablespoons Honey Natural sweetness; maple syrup is a good alternative.

For Richness

2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness; can use a plant-based option.

Optional Garnish

2 sprigs Mint For garnish.

Equipment

Oven
baking dish
Mixing Bowl
Spoon

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Core the firm apples, creating a pocket for the filling.
Mix feta cheese, dried cranberries, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a bowl.
Stuff each apple with the cheese mixture, pressing down lightly.
Drizzle honey over each apple and place a small pat of butter on top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with mint if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appleCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served warm, potentially with a scoop of ice cream for an indulgent treat.

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