Pugliese-style Stuffed Apples
Pugliese-style Stuffed Apples are a delicious and traditional dessert from the Puglia region of Italy. This recipe combines the sweetness of apples with a flavorful filling, creating a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 large apples
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Core the apples, leaving the bottom intact to create a cavity for the filling.
- In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, chopped almonds, raisins, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Stuff each apple with the breadcrumb mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Drizzle the stuffed apples with olive oil.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the apples are tender and the filling is golden brown.
- Serve the Pugliese-style Stuffed Apples warm.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Baking dish Knife Bowl
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Pugliese-style Stuffed Apples with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Tips & tricks
For a variation, you can add a splash of rum to the filling for an extra depth of flavor.
Cost
$8