Ingredients
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2 apples, cored
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2–3 teaspoons raisins
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▢ 2 tablespoons water
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
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2 tablespoons apple juice (or substitute additional water)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F.
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Place the cored apples in a small baking dish.
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Fill the center of each apple with raisins.
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In a small bowl, stir together the water, cinnamon, and apple juice. Pour evenly into the centers of the apples and into the bottom of the dish.
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Bake for about 55 minutes, or until the apples are fork-tender.
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Let cool slightly, remove skins if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
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How to core apples: An apple corer works best, but a paring knife and spoon or melon baller work just as well. Leave the bottom intact so the filling stays inside.
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Even baking: Choose apples that are similar in size so they cook evenly.
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Serving ideas: Delicious on their own or topped with yogurt, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream.
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Save the syrup: Spoon the leftover cinnamon-apple syrup over oatmeal, pancakes, or ice cream.
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For babies: After baking, peel the skin and puree the apples and raisins for babies 8–12 months old.
