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ith Butter Pecan and Brown Sugar Topping Recipe

ith Butter Pecan and Brown Sugar Topping Recipe

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4.8 from 9 reviews
  • Author: Simon
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious baked Honeycrisp apples topped with a buttery pecan and brown sugar mixture, perfect for a warm, comforting dessert. This recipe balances the natural sweetness of the apples with a crunchy, rich topping and can be optionally served with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Apples

  • 10 Honeycrisp apples

Topping

  • 1 cup light brown sugar (or stevia brown sugar blend)
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • ⅓ cup melted, unsalted butter

Optional

  • Caramel sauce
  • Vanilla ice cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) to prepare for baking the apples.
  2. Prepare Apples: Slice each Honeycrisp apple in half and carefully remove the core and seeds using a spoon. Ensure you cut a flat, even slice on the bottom side so the apple halves rest steadily on the baking sheet without rocking.
  3. Make Topping Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the light brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and chopped pecans. Stir well until the ingredients are evenly mixed.
  4. Add Butter: Pour the melted, unsalted butter into the brown sugar and pecan mixture, stirring until the mixture is fully combined and slightly crumbly.
  5. Arrange Apples: Place the prepared apple halves, cut side up, on a baking sheet.
  6. Fill Apples: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, generously fill the hollowed cores of the apple halves with the butter pecan and brown sugar topping. One scoop per apple is sufficient, but you may adjust the amount to your liking.
  7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the apples for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
  8. Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and serve the baked apples warm for the best flavor and texture.
  9. Optional Serving Suggestions: Enhance your dessert by adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzling with caramel sauce if desired.

Notes

  • You can use stevia-based brown sugar blend as a low-sugar alternative.
  • Make sure to cut the bottom of the apples flat to keep them stable while baking.
  • Adjust baking time slightly based on the size and ripeness of the apples to ensure they are tender but not mushy.
  • This dessert pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra richness.
  • Use unsalted butter to control sodium content and highlight the natural flavors.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 apple half with topping
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: baked apples, Honeycrisp apples, butter pecan topping, brown sugar dessert, healthy baked fruit, fall desserts, easy apple recipe

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