Why do my baked apples burst?

Choose the Right Apples Some varieties turn to mush so fast they explode out of their skins , while some stay weirdly firm. Either way they're edible, but not ideal—a baked apple should stay intact but be soft enough to eat with a spoon.

What are two suitable methods of cooking apples?

Apples can be cooked down into sauce, apple butter, or fruit preserves. They can be baked in an oven and served with custard, and made into pies or apple crumble . In the UK roast pork is commonly served with cold apple sauce made from boiled and mashed apples. A baked apple is baked in an oven until it has become soft.

How do you stop cooking apples going mushy?

Don't cut or slice them into very small/fine pieces. Keep them a bit bigger in size , so while baking they get little mushy and remain firm.

How long do apples need to bake in the oven?

In an oven preheated to 350 degrees F, the apples should be perfectly baked after 40-45 minutes (20 minutes covered with foil, 20-25 minutes uncovered).

What is the difference between cooking apples and baking apples?

Some apples like Granny Smith are on the cusp of being one or the other (although I prefer mine cooked). Baking apples tend to be either very firm and not as sweet (like a Granny Smith)…or a bit mushy, or don't keep well. (Like a Macintosh.) Baking apples tend to be firmer and less sweet than eating apples .

What are the best cooking and baking apples?

Which apples bake best? For the best pies, crisps, and other baked treats, apples need to be firm enough to hold their own during the cooking process. We call these apples “baking apples” and to namedrop, they include Braeburn, Cortland, Honey Gold, Jonathan, Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith, Haralson, and Newtown Pippin .

Can you cook apples too long?

" Apples lose their flavor rapidly when cooked too long ," says Martinez.

Can you eat cooking apples without cooking them?

Cooking apples such as Bramley apples can be eaten raw, and will do you no harm . However, they are well known for their sharp taste when uncooked. Some people enjoy the taste, in which case, Bramley apples can be enjoyed uncooked as a healthy one of your five a day.

Why did my apples turn to mush in my pie?

Use Overripe Fruit Even if you choose the perfect apple variety, if the fruit is overripe , your apple pie filling will turn to mush. The perfect apple pie filling is not too sweet. It has just the right amount of tartness to offset the added richness of brown sugar and cinnamon.

Why are my apples splitting open?

The cause of the splits is invariably irregular watering . When the tree suddenly gets a hefty drink following a period of drought, the apples quickly expand, which often leads to the skin cracking. The fruit usually produces a corky, scab-like covering, but in the case of mature apples the split can lead to rotting.

What causes apples to split open?

Cause: too late harvest, delay in storage, too long storage or unfavorable storage conditions . (high humidity and high temperatures during storage increase the symptoms). Prevention: Cracking can be prevented through timely harvest, removing the fruits from storage on time and ideally adapted storage conditions.

What happens if you overcook apples?

Obviously you don't want apples with an al dente bite, but did you know it's possible to overcook them? " Apples lose their flavor rapidly when cooked too long ," says Martinez.

Crock Pot Weight Watchers Baked Apples Recipe (2024)

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These delicious Crock Pot Weight Watchers baked apples are simple and indulgent. This baked apples recipe is perfect for family dinner night or special occasions. Try out all of these quick and easyWeight Watchers Cool Whip Recipes!

Fall is my favorite time of year. Nothing beats cool nights, campfires, leaf peeping, apple harvesting and pumpkin hunting. Aside from holiday entertaining, fall is the time of year that my crock pot sees the most use. Making this Weight Watchers Baked Apples Slow Cooker Recipe had the whole house smelling incredible.

The recipe has been tweaked from original calorie filled baked apples to a new and improved Weight Watchers Friendly version. Dust off that crock pot and make yourself some delicious fall treats!

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Weight Watchers Baked Apples Slow Cooker Recipe Points Information:

This recipe was made for a family of four. When I am making desserts, Weight Watchers-friendly or not, I like to limit the serving sizes to help me avoid the temptation to overeat.

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4 Points per serving

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Use the WW app or the Weight Watchers online recipe creator to get the exact points, especially if you make any adjustments to the recipe!

For this recipe you will need apples. Baking apples work best, I like to use Gala or Yellow Delicious, but use whichever apple your prefer. To cut down on the calorie count we used Truvia Brown Sugar Substitute. You can also use Splenda Brown Sugar Baking Blend but the point count will increase.

I also normally add a quick squirt of whipped cream to the top of each baked apple before serving.

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What you’ll need to make Crockpot baked apples:

If you want to make these delicious Crock Pot Weight Watchers baked apples at home you will need large baking apples, flour, Truvia natural sweetener, old fashioned oats, unsweetened applesauce, cinnamon, whipped cream, and water.

Here are some kitchen essentials that I like to have on hand when making recipes like this in the Crockpot:

Making healthy meals is a breeze with these kitchen essentials. Keeping things like this on hand makes my life so much easier in the kitchen.

Some things that are great to have on hand when prepping meals like this is a cutting board, sharp knives, and storage containers.

You can also benefit from a goo d skillet, a kitchen scale, measuring cups, and this awesome strainer tool!

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How to make Weight Watchers Baked Apples:

Let’s dive in and see just how easy it is to make these delicious Weight Watchers baked apples. They are so simple and delicious, easy to make thanks to the slow cooker, which does all the hard work for us!

You’ll see below that this is a simple process that anyone can master. It’s a great way to whip up a healthier dessert that everyone will love.

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Using a melon baller or paring knife, hollow out the apples leaving about 1/2 inch wall. (if you want to add any scooped out apple bits to the filling mixture, go ahead)

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Combine the flour, truvia, oats and cinnamon together slowly add just enough apple sauce to make the mixture crumbly.

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Place the apples in the Crockpot.

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Portion out the oat mixture into the apple cavities, and then pour the water into the bottom of the crockpot.

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Place the lid on the crockpot and cook on high for 2 hours, until the apples are softened.

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Serve plain or with a dollop of light whipped cream and sprinkle of cinnamon.

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Serve & Enjoy!

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Printable Crock Pot Weight Watchers Baked Apples Recipe:

Crock Pot Weight Watchers Baked Apples Recipe

Yield: 4 Servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes

These delicious Crock Pot Weight Watchers baked apples are simple and indulgent. This baked apples recipe is perfect for family dinner night or special occasions.

Ingredients

4 large baking apples
1/3 cup flour
8 tsp Truvia Natural sweetener with brown sugar blend
1/2 cup uncooked old fashioned oats
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce, or the apple you scoop out pureed in food processor
2 Tablespoons cinnamon
4 Tablespoons Whipped Cream
1/2 cup water

Instructions

Using a melon baller or paring knife, hollow out the apples leaving about 1/2 inch wall. (if you want to add any scooped out apple bits to the filling mixture, go ahead)
Combine the flour, truvia, oats and cinnamon together slowly add just enough apple sauce to make the mixture crumbly.
Place the apples in the crock pot.
Portion out the oat mixture into the apple cavities, and then pour the water into the bottom of the crockpot.
Place the lid on the crockpot and cook on high for 2 hours, until the apples are softened.
Serve plain or with a dollop of light whipped cream and sprinkle of cinnamon.
Enjoy!

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Nutrition Information

Yield 4Serving Size 1
Amount Per ServingCalories 151Total Fat 2gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 2mgSodium 4mgCarbohydrates 43gFiber 6gSugar 12gProtein 3g

As with any of our recipes, carb counts, calorie counts, WW points and nutritional information varies greatly. As a result, your nutritional content depends on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish. The auto-calculation is just an automated estimate and should NOT be used for specific dietary needs.