Stuffed Baked apples

Baked apples stuffed with raisins,  walnuts, honey, red wine, cinnamon, lemon thyme, and yogurt cream

This baked apple dessert is a perfect blend of warm, spiced flavors and natural sweetness, making it a delightful treat for any season. Stuffed with plump raisins, crunchy walnuts, aromatic cinnamon, and a touch of honey, these baked apples are infused with red wine and lemon thyme, adding a rich and slightly herbal depth to the dish.

As they bake, the apples become tender and caramelized, releasing their natural juices and mingling beautifully with the flavorful filling. Served with a luscious yogurt cream, this dessert balances indulgence with a light, creamy finish.

Perfect for cozy autumn evenings or as a wholesome dessert any time of the year, these baked apples bring together traditional flavors in a simple yet elegant dish. Enjoy them warm with a drizzle of extra honey or a sprinkle of cinnamon for an irresistible treat!

PREPARATION TIME: 40 MINUTES
SERVINGS: 10 PEOPLE

 

Ingredients & Preparation instructions

Ingredients

  • 1 Red apple per person
  • 1 litre Red suit wine
  • 250gr Τhyme honey
  • 5 pcs Sinnamon stick
  • 1 small box Fresh lemon thyme
  • 5-6 pcs cloves
  • 500gr Orange juice
  • 150gr Raisins
  • 1 kgr Yogurt
  • 20gr Vanilla liquid aroma
  • 200gr butter

Preparation

  1. Wash the apples thoroughly and cut them slightly above the middle.
  2. Remove the seeds, fill them with a mixture of raisins and walnuts, drizzle a little honey, and cover with the apple tops that you cut off.
  3. Place the apples in a baking dish and add red wine, orange juice, a bit of honey, the lemon thyme sprigs, cinnamon sticks, and half the butter.
  4. Cover with parchment paper and aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 160–180°C for 15 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes
  5. In a bowl, mix the yogurt with vanilla to your desired taste, and once the apples cool down, serve them with the yogurt cream.
  6. You can also pour the liquids from the baking dish into a small saucepan, let them thicken with the remaining butter, and use this as a sauce.