Bratapfeln (German Baked Apples) Recipe
A traditional German baked apple dessert, perfect for Christmas or winter, is served with a rich vanilla sauce.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 450 F.
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Core the apples.
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Mix butter, sugar, raisins, and walnuts for the filling.
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Stuff the prepared apples with the filling.
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Place apples in a buttered baking dish and cover.
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Bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until tender.
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Meanwhile, prepare vanilla sauce: Beat egg yolks with both sugars until thick and pale.
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Bring 2 cups of milk to a boil, then slowly whisk the hot milk into the egg yolk mixture.
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Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and heat, without boiling, until it coats the back of a spoon.
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Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract (if using), and serve warm over the baked apples.