Delicious Apple Recipes

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Ingredients

3 to 10 good-sized apples

1 Tbsp maple syrup per apple

2.5 to 3 cups of apple cider

Directions

Start by removing the cores of the apples. Next, seal the bottoms and cut a ‘V’ shape into the tops, preparing them for a delicious baked apples dish. Pour 1 Tbsp of maple syrup into each apple, much like the sweet layers you would find in an apple baklava. Place your prepared apples into a baking dish and pour 2.5 to 3 cups of apple cider around them to enhance the flavor. Bake at 350 degrees, occasionally basting the apples with cider, until they are tender. Once baked, dust nutmeg on the apples for an extra touch of warmth. For a delightful finishing touch, top the baked apples with whipped cream (optional) or serve alongside an apple chutney. This simple yet flavorful recipe can also inspire variations like an apple casserole or even an apple pie recipe. Enjoy your deliciously baked apples!

Serves 8

Ingredients

5 to 6 cooking apples (Rome Apples are a good choice)

3/4 cup sugar

3 Tbsp corn starch

2 Tbsp lemon juice or 1 Tbsp vinegar

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp nutmeg

3 Tbsp butter

Dash of salt

2 pie crusts (top and bottom)

Directions

Peel and slice the apples, which are perfect for a classic apple pie recipe or to use in delicious baked apples. Add lemon juice and toss to coat. Sprinkle a small amount of sugar and cinnamon on the bottom of the crust, much like you would for an apple casserole. Add 1 Tbsp of corn starch for thickness. Place half of the apple slices into the crust, followed by half of the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and another 1 Tbsp of corn starch. Repeat this layering process with the remaining apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and corn starch—expect the apples to pile high in the crust like a beautiful apple baklava. Dot the top with butter, then cover the apples with the second crust. Seal the edges of the crust and cut vents on top to allow steam to escape. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until done, and enjoy this scrumptious apple pie, perfect for serving with apple chutney or alongside a slice of moist apple cake.

Makes 4 half-pints of delicious apple chutney, which pairs excellently with cream cheese and complements a variety of meat dishes. This versatile dish can be a delightful addition to an apple baklava or served alongside an apple pie recipe for a unique twist.

Ingredients:

- 5 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples

- 1 seeded lemon, chopped

- 1/2 cup chopped candied ginger

- 1/4 cup slivered almonds

- 1 pound brown sugar

- 2 tsp mustard seed

- 1 1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients to create a flavorful mixture.

2. Cook at medium heat until the sugar is dissolved.

3. Simmer until the mixture thickens and mounds on a spoon—it can also work well as a filling for an apple cake or served as a topping for baked apples.

4. Pour the thickened mixture into sterilized jars.

5. Seal and process in boiling water to ensure freshness.

Serves 12

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups sugar

1 cup oil

1 tsp salt

1 tsp baking powder

2 cups unpeeled, cubed apples

3 eggs

2 cups flour

1 tsp vanilla

1 tsp cinnamon

1/2 cup pecans, chopped (optional)

Directions

Measure all ingredients, except for the apples and pecans, into a larger bowl. Beat together thoroughly with a spoon. Fold in the cubed apples and pecans to add a delightful crunch, reminiscent of a traditional apple pie recipe. Bake in a greased and floured 9" x 13" pan at 360 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes, creating a wonderful apple cake. Allow to cool and remove from the pan. This version of apple cake is perfect to serve alongside baked apples or even as an alternative to apple casserole. Enjoy your delicious dessert, which could also inspire a unique twist on classic apple baklava or apple chutney!

Serves 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup sugar

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 cup butter

7 apples, peeled and sliced

6 Tbsp water

1 Tbsp lemon juice

1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar

Directions

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a small mixing bowl. Cut in the butter until the mixture is crumbly. In another bowl, toss the sliced apples with water and lemon juice, creating a mixture that can be used in an apple casserole or as a filling for apple pie recipes. Spoon the apple mixture into a greased 8" baking dish. Sprinkle the flour mixture over the top. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes. For an added twist reminiscent of baked apples, sprinkle with cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes. This dish can be enjoyed as a delicious apple cake or even as a unique take on apple baklava. Serve warm and consider pairing it with apple chutney for extra flavor.

Ingredients

3 cups chopped apples

2 1/2 cups chopped walnuts

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 cup raisins

2 Tbsp Rum

2 tsp cinnamon

1 pound phyllo dough

1 pound butter, melted

1 cup honey

Directions

Combine the first 6 ingredients into a large bowl; mix well. This delicious mixture can be a filling for apple baklava or even an apple casserole. Trim 8 sheets of phyllo dough to fit a 10" x 15" baking pan, generously brushing each layer with melted butter. Spread half of the apple mixture over the dough and cut into squares, reminiscent of an apple pie recipe. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until golden. Meanwhile, heat honey in a small saucepan and drizzle it over the hot baklava, reminding you of the sweetness of baked apples or a delightful apple chutney.