DATE-FILLED BAKED APPLE

Date-Filled Baked Apple image

"It's hard to say what's more appealing-the homey aroma of this treat baking in the oven or the wonderful flavor of the warm apple, sweet dates and crunchy walnuts," says field editor Dorothy Pritchett (above with husband Charlie) of Wills Point, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar, divided
1 tablespoon chopped dates
1-1/2 teaspoons chopped walnuts
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 large tart apple
1/4 cup water
Whipped cream

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine 1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar, dates, walnuts and cinnamon. Peel top half of apple and remove core; place in a small baking dish. Fill with the date mixture. Combine water and remaining brown sugar; pour over apple., Cover and bake at 400° for 35-40 minutes or until apple is tender, basting occasionally. Serve warm with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (53g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 2g protein.