PECAN BAKED APPLES

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Cooked in the microwave, these desserts offer a time-saving twist on tradition. They're stuffed with dried cherries, nuts and brown sugar, drizzled with their own juices and served warm for a homey, comforting dessert.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup dried cherries
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 medium tart apples

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Core apples and peel top third; fill with pecan mixture. , Place in a greased 8-in. square microwave-safe dish. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 8-12 minutes or until apples are tender. Drizzle with pan juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 1g protein.