APPLE CRISP

Apple betty, apple crisp, apple crumble, this old school, delicious dessert is not only easy to make, but loved by all. I had some apples that were at the end of their lifespan, and I really didn’t want to throw them out. Being cooked with some butter and brown sugar, with a crunchy crumble on top, it makes for a perfect fall dessert.

I remember apple crisp from when I was a kid, so the recipe has been around a long time. We all have a variation of apple crisp, this is mine.

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Apple Crisp

Ingredients

The Filling

• 4 apples peeled, cored, and cut into slices
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons cold butter diced in 1/4" inch pieces
• 1/4 cup brown sugar

The Topping

• 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
• 1/4 cup all purpose flour
• 3/4 cup regular oatmeal/rolledm oats
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• 1/2 cup pecan pieces
• 1/3 cup melted butter

Instructions

• Peel then cut the apples into quarters, core them, and slice into 1/4 inch thick slices.
• Add the remaining filling ingredients, tossing to mix.
• At this point I like to drizzle with a couple tablespoons of caramel sauce and lightly toss. Not a necessary step, just adds flavor.
• Pour into a PAM sprayed 8x8" pan.
• Combine the topping ingredients and mix until you have a crumbled texture.
• Spread over the apples.
• Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes until the top has browned.
• Let cool a bit before serving.