The Behind the Curtain Dessert Challenge is all about baking and making sweets. Every month we are given two required ingredients to work with. This month it was Apples and Cinnamon. This indeed very seasonal with the apple orchards in almost full swing. This month I present you with a really cool reverse concept of a classic dessert: Cheddar Pie Apple and Cinnamon.
I was really at a loss at first because I wanted to try something original, not an easy task with a pretty basic ingredient duo. But then I came across this recipe where the apple was hollowed out, refilled with an apple pie filling and then baked with a simple lattice work crust on top.
The lattice work is really simple too, all you need is to buy is pre-made crescent roll dough and cut 4 small slices off per apple. This recipe has a bit of cheese added to the filling as well. The result was a mix of sweet dessert with a touch of savory from the aged cheddar I used. Best to eat it once it has just cooled a bit but the cheese is still melted.
Cheddar Pie Apple and Cinnamon
Ingredients
- 6 apples Fuji or red delicious
- 3/4 cup white cheddar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 can crescent roll dough
- 1/2 egg white
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Cut off the top of the apple. Scoop out the inside with a melon baller. Cut and throw away core. Cut the nice apple flesh left into small cubes.
- Cut up the cheese the same size than the apples and place in a bowl with the apple pieces.
- Mix apples, cheese, brown sugar and cinnamon well. Fill apples with mixture.
- For pie crust roll out dough and cut into 4 pieces per apple. Arrange in a simple lattice and brush with egg white.
- Place in a deep pan and fill with a 1/2 inch of water. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
I only made 2 apples so I had plenty of leftover crescent dough as well as some pie filling. Just enough to make 3 apple turnovers!
Cute individual serving!
such a zingy dessert…we loved cheddar and apple together…sweet tart and perfectly balanced 🙂
delicious must try it..
This is a creative way to eat all these ingredients in one! My kids will love making it on their own. Saving the idea! Thanks Evelyne!
This is such a fun idea to bake them inside the apples! Adding the cheese is yet another clever touch in the classic!
I love this recipe. I had once tried out a apple cheddar omlette and quite liked it. The idea of baking inside the apples sounds fantastic and the apples look cute with the lattice tops.
Wow, this is so unique! I would love to try these! This looks perfect for the fall!
OMG! I never had apple with cheddar…I love the apple pie using the whole apple…and great usage of the leftover crescent dough.
Thanks for the recipe Evelyne and hope you are enjoying your week 😀
So pretty and delicious looking, Evelyne! I have made these beauties myself, but can’t wait to try them with cheese! Great idea!
This is beautiful, Ev. I love the apple + cheddar combo and this cute little presentation with the pretty lattice really takes this over the top.
What a cute idea! These would be great for a party!
Double apple desserts? I love the way you think! Your baked apples and turnovers both sound yummy. I’m SO glad it’s apple season 🙂
Damn these look wonderful, I would like to try this recipe out!
Such a creative, fun recipe and it looks stunning too!
I already pinned it and will try it out soon 🙂
One of my favorite desserts is to top a slice of apple pie with cheese and heat. This little treat of yours is too good to be true. I just love it!
Love how these are straight shooter pies with an entirely edible presentation!
Evelyne this looks fantastic! So classy!
What a fun, beautiful and delicious dessert,Evelyne! Love it!
I have wanted to try the cheddar and apple combination for a while. Your presentation is just gorgeous! Thanks for sharing.
Great creativity! 🙂
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That is a lovely looking pie and what fun to make!
This looks like something I can do over the weekend. Easy! Thanks! 🙂
I really should experiment with sweet and savory foods more often.
G’day and YUM!, TRUE!
I could go for one of Cheddar Pie Apple and Cinnamon Pies and GREAT links and photos too!
Cheers! Joanne
Real apple pies!! What a fun and clever idea!
Apple pie baked inside the apple is a classic. The addition of the cheese is genius.
So cute! I love that they look like mini pies!
Fun dessert. I have some white cheddar in the fridge right now. Can’t wait to try this yummy dessert. Great choice.