Baked apples

1. Core Removal

Remove the core of the apple – you might need help from an adult to do this.

2. Core Cutting

Cut about 1cm off the core to make a short plug, and insert it into the bottom of the apple. Discard the rest of the core.

3. Fork

Using the fork, prick a few holes in the skin of the apple on all sides, being careful not to go in too deeply. This is to make sure the apple skin won’t burst while it cooks.

4. Filling the apples

Using a teaspoon or your fingers, fill each apple with dried fruit and a little sugar then pop a small knob of butter on top.

5. Oven Ready

Place the filled apples into the baking dish, and add a small amount of water, to about 1 cm deep.

6. Into the oven

Bake for 20 minutes or until they are soft enough for a skewer to go into the flesh easily.

7. Baked

Remove from oven and allow to cool a little. Serve hot or cold on their own, or with custard or icecream.