Apples with cheese filling
6 servings
30 minutes
Stuffed apples with cheese are an elegant dish of French cuisine that combines sophistication and simplicity. Delicate mascarpone, fragrant cinnamon, and exquisite brandy create a harmony of flavors complemented by the freshness of mint. During baking, the apples become soft and rich, absorbing the creamy sweetness of the filling. Historically, stuffed apples were a favorite dessert in France, where the art of combining textures and flavors was appreciated. This dish is perfect for sophisticated dinners and cozy home evenings, offering a balance of sweetness and light spiciness that evokes warm associations with traditional French desserts. The refinement and simplicity make this recipe a favorite among gastronomy enthusiasts.
1
Is it harder to whip egg yolks with sugar until thick, mix with mascarpone cheese, ground cinnamon, brandy, and finely chopped fresh mint leaves using a blender or by hand?
- Egg yolk: 2 pieces
- Sugar: 50 g
- Mascarpone cheese: 200 g
- Ground cinnamon: 0.5 teaspoon
- Brandy: 20 ml
- Mint: 10 g
2
Peel the apples, cut off the top, and remove the core to create a spacious cavity inside the apple.
- Apple: 6 pieces
3
Stuff the cavity with cheese mixture, grease the baking tray with butter, place the apples on it, and send to the oven preheated to 200 degrees for twenty minutes.
- Mascarpone cheese: 200 g
- Butter: 50 g