Blooming Apple Recioe

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. 2
   Slice 1/4 off the top of the apples.
3. 3
   Core the apples.
4. 4
   Using a sharp knife make two deep circular cuts around the top of the apples.
5. 5
   Turn apple over and make vertical narrow cuts around the apple, not through the apple, just around. Like a blooming onion.
6. 6
   Turn apple over again and check that it looks like a blooming onion.
7. 7
   Place apples in an oven proof dish and put caramels in the center of the apples.
8. 8
   Heat butter and brown sugar and microwave for 30 seconds and stir. Cook for an additional 30 seconds.
9. 9
   Remove from microwave and add flour and cinnamon.
10. 10
    Pour evenly over 2 apples.
11. 11
    Bake for 25-30 minutes. Check apples after 25 minutes to make sure they are tender, if not cook for another 5 minutes.
12. 12
    Remove from oven and place in bowls.
13. 13
    Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce and cinnamon, if desired.