Pommes Au Four (Baked Apples)
What’s for dessert, you ask? Well, I must confess, I’m no dessert master – there’s still a world of sweetness I have yet to conquer! But let me share one of the easiest French desserts I’ve learned: Baked Apples. 🍏✨
This delightful treat hails from the picturesque Normandy region in France, which is renowned for its luscious apples, artisanal cheeses, crisp ciders, and, of course, its delectable seafood!
When it comes to making baked apples, the secret lies in choosing top-notch apples. Trust me, the sweetness of the apples is what truly elevates this dish to a whole new level of deliciousness! I prefer to serve my baked apples slightly chilled, but traditionally, they are served at room temperature – either way, they’re simply divine!
Now, if you’re wondering about the raisins, I like to toss them in for a little extra texture and sweetness, but they’re completely optional. The original baked apples recipe doesn’t include raisins, so feel free to customise it to your taste!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 persons
Ingredients:
4 cooking apples
4 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon powder
1 tbsp raisins
5 tbsp water
Method:
1. Remove the core of each apple with an apple corer. Rinse and use a fork to lightly poke around them and transfer to a baking dish.
2. Pour the water and sprinkle the water on the apples. Stuff each apple with equal amount of raisins.
3. Bake in a pre-heated oven at 180ºC for about 30 minutes or the flesh is soft when poke with a knife.
