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Bloomin’ Baked Apples taste like apple pie with an ooey, gooey caramel center! This is an easy dessert recipe for fall and it’s made with Honeycrisp apples.

Bloomin Baked Apples

Every year we wait for the fall and apple season to come around! Growing up, we had an apple tree in our backyard. I remember my grandmother coming over to help my mom freeze apples. We had an apple peeler/corer that was a big help. My mom froze the apples for pie filling.

All winter long we would have delicious, homemade apple desserts. This year, we are already enjoying the apple season. I used some of our apples to make these delicious Bloomin’ Baked Apples. This was my first time making baked apples and I am so excited not only about how tasty they were but also about how easy they were to make.

Honeycrisp Apples

Our favorite apples are Honeycrisp apples which were developed right here at the University of Minnesota!

How To Cut The Apples

Sliced Bloomin Apple

To get the blooming apple look, you need to cut the apples. Slice off the top 1/4 to 1/3 of the apples. Scoop out the core with a melon baller or a stainless steel measuring spoon.

Then, use a thin paring knife to make two deep, circular cuts around the center of the apple. Next, turn the apple over and make narrow cuts all the way around the apple. Flip it back over and you can see all of the cuts.

How To Make

Caramel In Center Of Apple

Place the apples in a small oven-safe dish and put two chewy caramels in the center of each apple.

Cinnamon Sugar On Apples

Heat butter and brown sugar in the microwave for 30 seconds, stir and continue heating for an additional 30 seconds. Remove from the microwave and stir in flour and cinnamon. Divide the mixture over the top of the two sliced apples.

Baked Apple On Plate

Bake at 375˚F for 25-30 minutes. Remove from the oven and use a large spoon to move the apples into bowls. The outside layer of apple pieces will spread out and the middle will stick together due to the ooey, gooey caramel center!

**Update…I made myself another bloomin’ baked apple last night and I had to cook it for 45 minutes. I would suggest that you check your apples after 25 minutes and then continue cooking them until they are tender. The cook time will depend on the size and firmness of the apples.**

Blooming Baked Apples

Top with a scoop of ice cream, drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with cinnamon. The ice cream will cause the caramel in the center to harden, so eat it quickly or put the ice cream scoop on the side. After taking the pictures, I immediately had to try these Bloomin’ Baked Apples.

Zack asked me what it tasted like because he could tell I was thoroughly enjoying it. I explained that it tastes like apple pie. He asked me if I meant for it to taste like apple pie and luckily that is just what I was going for! I’ve made these Bloomin’ Baked Apples three times now and they were delicious each time. My daughter and her friend loved them!

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Bloomin' baked apple with ice cream on top.

Bloomin' Baked Apples Recipe

Bloomin' Baked Apples taste like apple pie with an ooey, gooey caramel center! This is an easy dessert recipe for fall and it's made with Honeycrisp apples.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 2

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Ingredients

  • 2 Honeycrisp apples or other crisp apples
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 3 tablespoon brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 4 caramels
  • Optional toppings: vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce, and cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • To get the blooming apple look, you need to cut the apples. Slice off the top 1/4 to 1/3 of the apples. Scoop out the core with a melon baller or stainless steel measuring spoon.
  • Use a thin paring knife to make two, deep circular cuts around the center of the apple. Next, turn the apple over and make narrow cuts all the way around the apple. Flip it back over and you can see all of the cuts.
  • Place the apples in an oven safe dish and put two caramels into the center of each apple.
  • Heat butter and brown sugar in the microwave for 30 second, stir and continue heating for an additional 30 seconds. Remove from the microwave and stir in flour and cinnamon. Divide the mixture over the top of the two sliced apples.
  • Bake at 375 for 25-30 minutes. (Check apples after 25 minutes and continue cooking until tender. Some apples can take 45 min to 1 hour to soften.)
  • Remove from the oven and use a large spoon to move the apples into bowls.
  • Top with a scoop of ice cream, drizzle with caramel and sprinkle with cinnamon. The ice cream will cause the caramel in the center to harden so eat quickly or put the ice cream scoop on the side.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1grams | Calories: 356kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 146mg | Potassium: 273mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 50g | Vitamin A: 459IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 1mg
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Author: Tonia Larson

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About Tonia Larson

Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 14+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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  2. darkink says

    I made these last week and they were delicious. However about an hour after eating one my throat swelled up and I was rushed to the emergency room. Apparently I’m allergic to Honeycrisp apples.

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  3. angelie says

    Surprise, surprise! I just made them. It was really easy, and tasted great. I think I’ll just make these instead of pie, much easier, and I don’t have to mess with dough. Thanks dearie, they were great!

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  4. Sharon says

    I want to try this. When I went to buy caramels at the store, I looked in the baking aisle; I looked in the candy aisle; I looked on the end displays. All I could find was those expensive Werther caramels(yes they make some soft ones now). I just can’t believe my store did not stock ordinary caramels like Kraft caramels! But like I said, that didn’t stop me. I’m going to make these tonight.

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    • Beka C says

      Sharon, try looking in the fruit department. During the end of September through October, some our local stores move everything caramel there. Hope you are able to find them. Tonia, this will be my dessert for family dinner tomorrow. I also have a pear tree in my back yard and am trying to use the remaining pears before they fall. I’m going to try this recipe for the pears, too. Sound like tomorrow is going to be a fruit filled day. Happy Autumn, everyone!

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  7. Hunter says

    I made these today and they were so delicious. I made a streusel and used it to top vanilla ice cream on the side. One of the best desserts I have ever made and the presentation is great! Thank you so much for this recipe!

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  9. Rue says

    I made these yesterday and they were AMAZING! I used gluten free bisquick for the flour and milk maid butter rum Royals for the caramels because I don’t care for those square caramels. (Royals are those caramels with the flavors in the middle that you can usually only find in the brachs bins. If you don’t know them, you should go meet them. I’m not an ad, I just really like candy.) But two tiny changes for health and preference didn’t seem effect anything too much, (though my topping was pretty runny) and both my fella and I were very sad that I only made two last night. These are going to become quite common in my house. Thank you for sharing! 🙂

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  10. Jan says

    This is a simple idea that sounds fantastic. I plan on doing this tomorrow…..and it’s a recipe that people can adjust for their own tastes. Kudos to you.

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    • Tonia says

      I’ve never tried that, but I agree with Katie that you would have to do something to prevent the apples from browning. Best of luck! ~Tonia

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  13. Nequesha says

    WOW. I made these today, after saving up my calories. SOOOOOO GOOD! I used Royal Gala apples, which I think tasted just as good. The only thing was that my caramels and topping didn’t stay in the centre, but once I put it on a plate, I just spooned it back on top and put ice cream over it. Great recipe. Happy I tried it.

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  14. DeeDee says

    SCORE! I can hardly wait to get in the kitchen and surprise my family with this delicious treat.
    Way to go. These are easy to do, look yummy and everyone will enjoy a taste of Autumn. We will be adding this to our holiday traditions.

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    • Tonia says

      Hi Janelle,
      I’ve never tried making apples in a crockpot, but I found this recipe online: http://www.southernplate.com/2011/09/old-fashioned-slow-cooker-baked-apples.html
      Best of luck!
      ~Tonia

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  16. Donna Smithd says

    Great idea, thanks I’m trying this on my DKG group meeting I. My home in Nov. thanks very much. You can use coconut flour, suppose to be more healthy for us. Thanks to all for sharing.

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  17. Carrie S. says

    These look divine! I think these will be tonight’s dessert. Since I am gluten free, I am going to sub corn starch for the flour. Since it is a thickening only ingredient, using 1/2 the corn starch should suffice….i look forward to posting how it turns out!

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  18. Rob Eastman says

    So, I was thinking…mixing some quick oats, with the brown sugar and butter topping would add an apple crisp type topping.

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    • Tonia says

      Ohhhh…I think you are onto something! I did a quick search and there is a recipe for baked apples and bacon on the Food Network: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/tyler-florence/baked-apples-and-bacon-recipe.html What came to mind was something with a little heat like adding chili powder to brown sugar mixture. Something along the lines of this Sweet and Spicy Bacon Wrapped Meatballs recipe of mine: http://www.thegunnysack.com/2014/08/sweet-spicy-bacon-wrapped-meatballs.html Good luck and I look forward to hearing what you come up with!
      ~Tonia

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