Ingredients
4 medium-sized apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
1/4 cup water
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish or line with parchment paper.
2. Wash and dry the apples. Carefully core each apple, creating a cavity without cutting through the bottom; a melon baller or paring knife works well.
3. In a small bowl, combine the crumbled feta, honey (or maple syrup), cinnamon, and melted butter. If using nuts, mix them in.
4. Divide the feta mixture evenly among the apples, pressing it into each cavity and mounding slightly at the top.
5. Place the stuffed apples in the prepared baking dish. Pour 1/4 cup of water into the dish around the apples.
6. Bake for 30–40 minutes, until the apples are tender when pierced with a fork but still hold their shape.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5–10 minutes. Serve warm, optionally drizzled with extra honey or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
Pro Tips: Choose firm, sweet-tart apples like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala. Core carefully to avoid piercing the bottom. If browning too quickly, tent with foil. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
Storage: Store cooled apples in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Reheat in oven at 350°F for 10–15 minutes or microwave for 30–60 seconds. Freezing is not recommended.
Variations: Try Granny Smith for tarter flavor, goat cheese or ricotta instead of feta, maple syrup for vegan option, or add spices like nutmeg or herbs like thyme.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Appetizer, Side Dish, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed apple
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg