Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (260g)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup (220g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g)
- Unsalted butter, cold and cubed: 1 cup (2 sticks) (227g)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Apples, peeled, cored, and diced: 2 medium (600g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add cubed butter to the dry ingredients and cut in using a pastry cutter or two forks until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs.
- Add diced apples to the dry ingredients and stir to combine.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/4 inch (0.6 cm).
- Cut out circles using a 3-inch (7.6 cm) cookie cutter.
- Transfer the circles to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the tops of the hermits with milk or cream for a golden crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack.
Nutritional Information:
(per hermit)
* Calories: 400
* Fat: 18g
* Saturated Fat: 10g
* Cholesterol: 70mg
* Sodium: 150mg
* Carbohydrates: 50g
* Dietary Fiber: 5g
* Sugar: 25g
* Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Warm and comforting
- Apple-cinnamon flavor
- Crispy crust with a soft, chewy interior
User Comments:
- "These apple hermits are absolutely delicious! The perfect fall treat."
- "The apple and cinnamon flavors are so well-balanced."
- "I love that they're made with whole wheat flour for added nutrition."
- "I added a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra touch of sweetness."
- "These hermits are so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little milk or water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it comes together.
- If the dough is too wet, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it can be easily handled.
- Let the dough rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before rolling out to prevent it from sticking and tearing.
- Cut the apples into small, even pieces to ensure that they cook evenly.
