Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

Northern Spy apples

cored, top third peel removed

0.5 cup

sugar

mixed with cinnamon

1 tsp

cinnamon

mixed with sugar

0.25 cup

dried cherries

none

0.25 cup

walnuts

chopped

4 tbsp

butter

melted

1.25 cup

cider

none

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2
~5 min

Core the Northern Spy apples and remove the top third of the peel.

Step 3
~5 min

Place the apples in an 8x8 baking dish or round oval dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~5 min

Mix sugar and cinnamon.

Step 5
~5 min

Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture into the cavities of the apples.

Step 6
~5 min

Mix the dried cherries, chopped walnuts, and melted butter.

Step 7
~5 min

Fill the cavities of the apples with the cherry-walnut mixture.

Step 8
~5 min

Pour the cider into the bottom of the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~5 min

Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.

Step 10
~5 min

For apple rings: Slice apples paper thin into rings.

Step 11
~5 min

Spread apple rings on a nonstick baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~5 min

Bake apple rings at 220 degrees for one hour.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of rum or brandy to the apple cavities for extra flavor.

Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream before serving.

Use different nuts, like pecans or almonds, for variety.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The apples can be stuffed ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (cinnamon and apple)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as a dessert.

Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream
Cheddar cheese

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A classic autumn and winter dessert in many cultures.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall Harvest Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall
Winter
Holidays

Popularity Score

60/100