Halva Baked Apples

6-8 baking apples, cored (Fuji, empire or any kind you prefer)
6-8 tahini bars or chopped halva
1 tsp rose water
Zest of one lemon
5 cardamom pods or 2 cinnamon sticks
2 tsp vanilla
2 cups apple cider
Stuff the halva or tahini bars into the cored portion of the apples.
Place all the remaining ingredients into a 9x13 pan and cover. Bake 400 F for 30-35 minutes or until fork tender.
Top with:
Shredded halva
Chopped pistachios
Silan
Ice cream 😊