Grilled Red Hot Apples

Transform your dessert game with Grilled Red Hot Apples, a smoky-sweet treat that’s bursting with bold flavors and a touch of spice. Perfect for late summer barbecues or cozy fall evenings, this recipe takes tender red apples—like Honeycrisp or Fuji—and elevates them with a tantalizing blend of brown sugar, cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne pepper. Grilled to perfection, these caramelized apple halves boast a delightful balance of sweetness and heat, all brought together with a buttery vanilla glaze. Add an optional drizzle of heavy cream and a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts for a gourmet flair that’s as satisfying as it is simple. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dessert is sure to impress your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth after any meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Large red apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Fuji)
• 4 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream (optional, for topping)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the grill to medium heat (about 350°F). If using charcoal, ensure the coals are evenly distributed.

Step 2

Wash the apples thoroughly and pat them dry. Slice each apple in half lengthwise and remove the core using a spoon or melon baller, creating a small cavity in each half.

Step 3

Brush the cut sides of the apples with lemon juice to prevent browning.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.

Step 5

Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan, then stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Brush a light layer of the butter mixture onto the cut sides of the apples.

Step 7

Generously sprinkle the brown sugar mixture onto the apples, filling the cavity and coating the surface.

Step 8

Place the apples cut-side up on the preheated grill. Close the lid and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the sugar mixture has caramelized. Check occasionally to ensure the sugar doesn't burn.

Step 9

Remove the apples from the grill using tongs and let them cool for 3-5 minutes.

Step 10

Optionally, drizzle some heavy cream over the grilled apples and sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts for extra flavor and texture.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your Grilled Red Hot Apples!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1017.2 grams (1017.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1285

Total Fat 78.20g	100%
Saturated Fat 42.10g	211%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 197mg	66%
Sodium 63mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 156.20g	57%
Dietary Fiber 19.70g	70%
Total Sugars 127.40g
Protein 6.30g	13%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 197mg	15%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 1049mg	22%

*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: 52.0%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 46.2%