Description
Indulge in the perfect harmony of flavors with Roasted Apples with Blue Cheese. Sweet, tender apples meet tangy blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of honey for a dish that’s both elegant and easy to make. Perfect as a dessert, side, or appetizer, this recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 4 apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, Gala)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Fresh thyme sprigs (optional garnish)
Substitutions
- Goat cheese for a milder flavor
- Pumpkin seeds for nut allergies
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Prepare the Apples
- Halve the apples and remove cores to create a small cavity.
- Brush the cut sides with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon (optional).
- Roast the Apples
- Place apples cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, until tender and golden.
- Add the Toppings
- Remove from the oven and fill apple cavities with blue cheese and walnuts.
- Drizzle with honey and lemon juice.
- Final Bake
- Return to the oven for 5 minutes to soften the cheese.
- Serve and Garnish
- Plate the apples and drizzle with additional honey.
- Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, if desired.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Fuji to maintain texture.
- Toast walnuts for extra flavor and crunch.
- Adjust blue cheese to taste or substitute with goat cheese.
- Lemon juice balances sweetness and prevents browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Fusion