Baked Apples with Prunes, Cinnamon and Ginger

• apples for baking4

  whole

• ginger root↗2

  balls, finely chopped

• ground cinnamon↗½ ч. л. ч. л.
• prunes↗4

  sliced

• muscovado sugar↗50 г
• butter↗1 ст. л.
• vanilla ice cream4

  servings, for serving

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 200 °C (180 °C convection, gas mark 6). With a sharp knife make a cut around the equator of each apple.

2. 2

   Place the apples in a baking dish and add a little water to the bottom.

3. 3

   In a large bowl combine the finely chopped ginger, ground cinnamon, sliced prunes and sugar. Stuff the apples with the mixture, packing it tightly.

4. 4

   Place a piece of butter on each apple and bake for 35‑40 minutes until they become soft. Test doneness by inserting a knife – it should glide through easily.

5. 5

   The apples can be prepared a day ahead and then reheated in the oven or microwave.

6. 6

   Remove the dish from the oven and drizzle the apples with the remaining liquid. Serve hot or warm together with a serving of vanilla ice cream.