Description
Baked Apples with Butter Pecan Topping is a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of baked apples with the rich, nutty flavor of pecans, perfect for family gatherings or a simple weeknight treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 firm apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash the apples thoroughly and core them, creating a hollow center for the filling.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and then add the brown sugar, chopped pecans, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined.
- Place the cored apples in a baking dish and fill them with the butter pecan mixture.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of water into the bottom of the baking dish, cover with aluminum foil, and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Reheat in the microwave for about 30 seconds or freeze for up to two months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: baked apples, dessert, pecan topping, holiday dessert