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Smoked Apples with Cranberries, Walnuts, and Fall Spices Recipe

Smoked Apples with Cranberries, Walnuts, and Fall Spices Recipe

Delicious Smoked Apples with Cranberries and Walnuts, enhanced by fall spices, offer a unique dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • smoker
  • grilling rings
  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • coring tool

Ingredients
  

Apples

  • 6 medium to large apples Choose sweet varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp for best flavor

Filling

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup dried cranberries
  • 0.5 cup walnuts chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Begin by gathering all your ingredients and tools, including a smoker, grilling rings or a cast iron skillet, and a coring tool for the apples.
  • Set your smoker to 275°F and allow it to reach the temperature to ensure consistent cooking.
  • Carefully core each apple by removing about three-quarters of the way down to create space for the filling without puncturing the bottom.
  • In a bowl, mix melted unsalted butter with brown sugar until blended. Gently fold in dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg to create a sweet and spiced filling.
  • Spoon the prepared filling evenly into each cored apple, packing it firmly to ensure the flavors meld during smoking.
  • Place the filled apples on grill rings or in a cast iron skillet to keep them stable in the smoker.
  • Smoke the apples for 1 to 1½ hours, until they become tender but still hold their shape.
  • Remove the apples carefully from the smoker and serve immediately.

Notes

Choose sweeter apple varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp for the best flavor contrast with the smoky filling. Ensure not to core all the way through the apples to prevent the filling from leaking out during smoking. Using grill rings or a cast iron skillet helps stabilize the apples and prevents tipping in the smoker. Serve warm for the best taste and texture; the smoked apples pair exceptionally well with vanilla ice cream. Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated, though fresh is best.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appleCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Autumn, Cranberries, dessert, Fall Spices, Smoked Apples, Walnuts
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