Apple Surprise

Treat yourself to a cozy fall dessert with *Apple Surprise*, a delightful twist on classic baked apples. Featuring the perfect blend of tart Granny Smith or sweet Honeycrisp apples, this recipe combines warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg with a crunchy mixture of rolled oats, brown sugar, and chopped nuts. The real surprise? A gooey caramel center that melts as the apples bake to perfection. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick bake, this dish is ideal for weeknight indulgence or festive gatherings. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a truly decadent experience. Whether you're a fan of seasonal desserts or crave simple, homemade comfort, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Large apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 4 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons Rolled oats
• 4 tablespoons Chopped pecans or walnuts
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 4 pieces Soft caramels (unwrapped)
• 1 cup Water
• 0 Optional: Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Wash the apples and pat them dry. Using a paring knife or an apple corer, carefully core each apple, leaving about 1/2 inch of the bottom intact to form a well.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, rolled oats, chopped nuts, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Step 4

Cut the butter into small pieces and mix it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5

Place the apples in an oven-safe baking dish. Fill each apple with 1 tablespoon of the prepared filling, then press a soft caramel into the center of the filling. Add more filling on top to cover the caramel completely.

Step 6

Pour the water into the bottom of the baking dish to keep the apples moist during baking.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the filling is bubbling.

Step 8

Remove the dish from the oven and let the apples cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1343.8 grams (1343.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1362

Total Fat 59.90g	77%
Saturated Fat 23.10g	116%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 91mg	30%
Sodium 124mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 217.50g	79%
Dietary Fiber 29.10g	104%
Total Sugars 160.10g
Protein 12.10g	24%

Vitamin D 10IU	50%
Calcium 259mg	20%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 1406mg	30%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.0%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 59.7%