Bloomin’ Grilled Apples

These grilled apples are tender, smoky, and perfectly caramelized—an effortless summer dessert that shines solo or with a scoop of ice cream. Soft, juicy, and bursting with warm spices after just minutes on the grill, they’re sure to become a seasonal favorite. Bloomin’ Grilled Apples blend sweet, spiced fruit with rich caramel and crunchy nuts, all wrapped in foil and grilled until soft and fragrant. It’s the ideal cozy treat for crisp autumn nights or backyard summer dinners. Got extra apples? Turn them into Homemade Applesauce or bake them into an Apple Pie or Apple Pie Turnovers.

Why This Recipe Works
In less than an hour, everyday apples are transformed into a deliciously warm, sweet-smelling dessert that satisfies every sweet tooth. It’s a breeze to prep ahead, toss on the grill with your main course, and serve hot with ice cream. Whether you’re cooking out or embracing fall flavors, this dish is a versatile dessert option. Prefer to bake instead of grill? Try a batch of Apple Cider Donuts to go with it!

What You’ll Need

Apples: Honeycrisp is a great choice
Butter: Use either salted or unsalted

Instructions

Step 1: Melt the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl. Stir in white sugar, cinnamon, and optional nutmeg.
Step 2: Slice off the top of each apple using a paring knife.
Step 3: Core the apple using a melon baller or spoon, removing all seeds.
Step 4: Place each apple cut-side down and carefully make narrow slits around the sides, about ½ inch apart.

Flavor Add-Ins

Granulated sugar
Ground cinnamon
Nutmeg (optional)
Caramel sauce
Chopped pecans or walnuts
Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for topping

Step 5: Tear off a square of aluminum foil (12 inches) and brush the butter mixture over the top of each apple.
Step 6: Spoon a few tablespoons of caramel into the hollowed-out center.
Step 7: Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
Step 8: Wrap the apples tightly in foil and grill over indirect heat until tender. Carefully remove from foil and serve warm with ice cream and your favorite toppings.

Recipe Tips

Choose firm apple varieties like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Fuji, or Pink Lady to keep them from turning mushy while grilling. These options also help balance the sweetness of the toppings.
Feel free to substitute the nuts with almonds or skip them entirely for a nut-free version.
Add raisins, dried cranberries, or granola for added sweetness and texture.
For a flavor twist, sprinkle in spices like cardamom, cloves, extra cinnamon, or a dash of pumpkin pie spice.

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