Stuffed Apple Ice Cream

Stuffed apple ice cream combines warm baked apples filled with cinnamon-sugar nuts, topped with vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.

Here’s how you might go about making it:

Ingredients:

• 4 apples (choose a variety that holds its shape well when baked, like Granny Smith)
• 2 cups vanilla ice cream (or any flavor you prefer)
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans)
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Caramel sauce (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Apples:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Wash the apples and carefully core them, making sure to leave the bottoms intact so the filling stays inside.
2. Make the Filling:
   • In a small bowl, mix together the chopped nuts, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
3. Stuff the Apples:
   • Stuff each cored apple with the nut mixture. Pack it in tightly, filling the entire cavity.
4. Bake the Apples:
   • Place the stuffed apples in a baking dish. Top each apple with a small pat of butter.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the filling is bubbly.
5. Serve:
   • While the apples are baking, let the vanilla ice cream soften slightly at room temperature.
   • Once the apples are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
   • To serve, place a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of each baked apple. Drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
6. Enjoy:
   • Serve immediately while the apples and ice cream are still warm and creamy. The combination of the warm, sweet apples with the cool ice cream is sure to be a hit!