Tasty Tea Baked Apples

Delight in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these Tasty Tea Baked Apples—a unique twist on a classic dessert that fills your kitchen with the cozy aroma of cinnamon and spiced tea. Firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith are cored and stuffed with a delightful mixture of raisins, chopped walnuts or pecans, and ground cinnamon, then brushed with a touch of lemon juice to retain their vibrant color. The magic happens when these apples are nestled in a bath of brewed black or chai tea, sweetened with a drizzle of honey, and baked to tender, caramelized perfection. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a simple bake, this gluten-free recipe is the ultimate fuss-free dessert or snack. Serve them warm with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent treat. Perfect for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or as a weeknight indulgence, these baked apples are a harmonious blend of sweet, spiced, and nutty flavors sure to please.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 Apples (medium-sized, firm varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
• 2 Black tea bags (or chai tea for a spiced flavor)
• 500 ml Water
• 4 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 4 tablespoons Raisins
• 4 tablespoons Chopped walnuts or pecans
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 500 ml of water to a boil. Add the tea bags and steep for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and set the brewed tea aside.

Step 3

Wash and core the apples, making sure to leave the bottom intact to create a small cavity for the filling. Brush the inside of the apples with lemon juice to prevent browning.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the raisins, chopped walnuts (or pecans), and ground cinnamon. Divide this mixture evenly among the apples, stuffing it into the cavities.

Step 5

Place the stuffed apples in a baking dish. Add 1/2 tablespoon of butter on top of each stuffing mixture.

Step 6

Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over each apple.

Step 7

Pour the brewed tea into the baking dish around the apples.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to let the tops caramelize.

Step 9

Remove the apples from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1456 grams (1456.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1225

Total Fat 44.40g	57%
Saturated Fat 15.00g	75%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 189mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 221.70g	81%
Dietary Fiber 23.60g	84%
Total Sugars 183.70g
Protein 9.70g	19%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 167mg	13%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 1408mg	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: 30.2%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 66.9%