Oven Baked Bloomin’ Apples

Introduction

Oven Baked Bloomin’ Apples are a delicious and easy dessert, perfect for fall or any time you’re craving a sweet, warm treat. Inspired by the popular bloomin’ onion, this recipe transforms apples into a beautifully bloomed dessert filled with cinnamon, sugar, and butter, all topped with ice cream for a delectable treat.

Ingredients

• 4 large apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work well)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
• Vanilla ice cream for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a medium baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Prepare the apples: Cut off the top 1/4 of each apple and scoop out the core using a melon baller or spoon. Cut slits around the apple (being careful not to cut all the way through) to create the “bloomin” effect.
3. Make the butter mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Optionally, you can add chopped nuts to this mixture for extra crunch.
4. Bake the apples: Place the apples in the greased baking dish and pour the butter mixture over each apple. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the apples are soft. Check at the 25-minute mark, and if they need more time, continue baking until the apples are tender.
5. Serve: Once baked, remove the apples from the oven and top each one with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Drizzle any remaining butter mixture or caramel sauce over the apples for added sweetness.

Conclusion

Oven Baked Bloomin’ Apples are an easy-to-make, show-stopping dessert that combines the warmth of baked apples with the indulgence of cinnamon, sugar, and ice cream. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this dessert is a must-try for apple lovers.

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