Baked Apples with Honey Ricotta

Ingredients

• 4 large apples, cored and halved
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 cup chopped walnuts, optional

1. 01
   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   Place the cored and halved apples cut side up in a baking dish.
3. 03
   Drizzle olive oil over the apples and sprinkle with cinnamon.
4. 04
   Bake for 20 minutes, or until the apples are tender and lightly browned.
5. 05
   While the apples bake, mix ricotta, honey, vanilla extract, and beaten egg in a bowl until smooth.
6. 06
   Once apples are done, remove from oven and let cool slightly.
7. 07
   Spoon the honey ricotta mixture onto the apple halves.
8. 08
   Top with chopped walnuts if using, and serve warm.