Raisin-Filled Baked Apple

By Sarah-Lyn

To cook more than one apple at a time, increase the cooking time by about 1 minute per extra apple. And remember, microwaves vary so yours may take a little less or more time.

Ingredients

• 1 medium apple
• 1 tablespoon raisins
• 1/16 about 1/16 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons maple syrup (or other sweetener)

Details

Adapted from blog.fatfreevegan.com

Preparation

Step 1

Place raisins in a heat-proof bowl and pour boiling water over them. Allow them to soak until plump (time will depend upon the age of your raisins) and remain in soaking liquid until you are ready to cook.

Wash an apple and remove most of the core, leaving about 1/4-inch at the bottom. Remove a thin strip of peel from around the cavity. Place the apple into a deep microwave-safe baking dish or bowl. Sprinkle the inside with a little cinnamon and fill with drained raisins. Pour a teaspoon of the soaking water over the raisins and drizzle the syrup over the raisins and top of the apple.

Microwave, uncovered, on high power until apple is tender, 3-5 minutes, testing with a fork after 3 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. (Caution: Inside can be very hot, so do let them cool before eating.)

Variation: Add chopped pecans or walnuts along with raisins.


Nutrition Facts

Nutrition (per serving): 134 calories, 3 calories from fat, less than 1g total fat, 0mg cholesterol, 3.6mg sodium, 243.6mg potassium, 35.4g carbohydrates, 3.7g fiber, 27.7g sugar, less than 1g protein