Ham Stuffed Apples

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Ham Stuffed Apples, a sweet and savory dish that's perfect as a side or a show-stopping main course. This unique recipe combines tender baked apples—such as Honeycrisp or Fuji—with a flavorful filling of diced ham, sharp cheddar cheese, and buttery breadcrumbs, with an optional drizzle of honey for a hint of sweetness. The blend of textures and flavors creates a perfectly balanced bite, while the golden, bubbling finish adds a touch of elegance. Ready in just 45 minutes, these stuffed apples are easy to prepare and make an impressive addition to any table. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, they're best served warm and are sure to be a conversation starter at any gathering. Perfect keywords for this recipe include stuffed apple recipe, ham and cheese filling, baked apples side dish, and savory apple ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole Apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji)
• 1 cup Cooked ham, diced
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon Honey (optional for a touch of sweetness)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Wash the apples and slice off the top of each apple, about 1/2 inch from the stem end. Set the tops aside.

Step 3

Use a melon baller or small spoon to carefully hollow out the apples, leaving about 1/4 inch of flesh around the edges. Do not pierce the bottom of the apples.

Step 4

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the diced ham, grated cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, melted butter, honey (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Spoon the ham mixture evenly into the hollowed apples, pressing gently to pack the filling. Mound any extra filling slightly above the rim of the apples.

Step 6

Place the stuffed apples in a baking dish. If desired, place the tops of the apples back on as lids for a rustic presentation.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the apples are tender but still hold their shape and the filling is golden and bubbling.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow the apples to cool for a few minutes before transferring to serving plates.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious ham stuffed apples!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1266.7 grams (1266.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1695

Total Fat 76.80g	98%
Saturated Fat 44.40g	222%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 320mg	107%
Sodium 5167mg	225%
Total Carbohydrate 178.80g	65%
Dietary Fiber 18.80g	67%
Total Sugars 112.70g
Protein 90.40g	181%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 894mg	69%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1628mg	35%

*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: 39.1%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 40.5%