Whether it’s biscuits, cookies, or muffins, there’s no question about desserts’ digestive and nutritional benefits. However, most people are more drawn to the relaxation, comfort, and happiness they offer.
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If you are interested in adding a blissful touch to a delicious meal, then you should try the apple bowl ice cream that’s currently making waves. Here, we’ll show you how it’s done.
Discover A Match Made in Heaven
Many people have already been blown away by the heavenly combination of ice cream and apple pie. There’s little or nothing that can be compared to the sweetness of a vanilla ice cream scoop alongside some warm, delicious apple pie.
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But we’ve got even more palatable and exciting news for you. Ice cream and apple pies can get even better.
Have You Heard of Apple Bowl?
Upon hearing “apple bowls,” your mind probably went to those apple-shaped glass containers. While those are cool, we aren’t referring to glassware. We are talking about bowls made of real apples. Sounds exciting right?
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If you are familiar with pineapple bowls for hosting sumptuous fried rice and chicken teriyaki, then you aren’t so much of a stranger to the apple bowl concept.
An Edible Vessel of Apple
Ice cream in a ceramic or glass bowl is great. But how about taking things a notch higher? Having your ice cream in an edible vessel is more fun and fulfilling, at least that’s what most people who’ve tried it will tell you.
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All you need to do is bore a wide hole into an apple and you are halfway set. Now that you are probably convinced it could be a great idea, let’s show you how it’s done.
How Do You Create an Apple Bowl
It’s pretty simple. Just cut into the fruit, taking out all its inside till you are left with what looks as close to a cup or bowl as possible. The mission is simply to create space for a scoop of ice cream.
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Apples that are fresh and raw will play the role perfectly. But if you’d love some more adventure, then you could bake your apples and have them cool down before introducing your ice cream.
Be Careful About Your Choice of Apples
Before you rush off, please note that some varieties of apples will do a better job than others. Of course, larger apples are more suitable for the job as they can afford larger holes.
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Also, apples with a full, rounded shape will serve the purpose better because of their ability to stay upright without help while holding the ice cream.
What Apples Are Best?
If you want further insight into your choice of apples, we recommend the same types that you would use for a homemade apple pie. Specifically, Granny Smiths, Cortland, Jonagold, and Honeycrisps are always perfect choices.
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Ultimately, the choice is up to you. Feel free to choose the variety that appeals most to your taste buds and is solid enough for the operation.
There Are Two Ways to Cut the Apples
Basically, there are two ways you can cut your apples. You could first slice off a top layer of the fruit before digging into the inside with a sturdy or melon scooper.
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If your apple is significantly larger than usual, you could first cut it into two horizontal halves and cut into each piece. This way, you have a larger diameter which is easier to cut into.
You Could Bake Them First
Alternatively, you could bake the apples for up to 20 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit. But before that, don’t forget to first slather it in brown sugar and butter. If you’d love it, you could add some sprinkles of Cinnamon.
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Here’s another cool idea: if you’d love your apples to emerge as similar to an apple pie as possible, you could dress the apple with puff pastry, lining it with a pie crust.
Introducing Your Ice Cream
If baking your ice cream bowl is what appeals to you, you should let the bowl cool off a little bit after baking so it can maintain its shape. Your ice cream must already be itching to get into the hollow.
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What’s left is to scoop in your ice cream, arm yourself with a spoon, and dig in. It’s all yours to enjoy.
You Could Add Some Toppings and Caramel Too
To yet again add some more excitement and boost the aesthetics, you can introduce some toppings. Caramel is a more than worthy candidate, so get some caramel sauce in.
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You can spread the sauce on your baked apple bowl before the ice cream arrives and on the ice cream for the extra flavor.
You Could Also Finish Up with Whipped Cream and Pecans
Aside from caramel, any of your favorite toppings are free to go on your ice cream. Whipped cream is another deserving option. You could get more creative by adding some crunchiness and that’s where crushed pecans can come in.
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Don’t forget cinnamon if you don’t mind. A sprinkle of cinnamon sugar on the cream’s surface won’t be out of place – basically, anything to enrich your dessert and brighten your mood.
