Baked Apple Crisp with Easy Crumble Topping
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Baked Apple Crisp with Easy Crumble Topping
Description
Pieces of peeled and sliced apples are tossed with lemon zest and juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and dried cranberries to add tartness and depth to the filling. The mixture is placed in a baking dish and topped with a crumble made from chilled butter, flour, brown sugar, rolled oats, shredded sharp white cheddar cheese, and chopped pecans. The inclusion of cheddar cheese adds a slight savory contrast to the sweet topping, enhancing the overall flavor profile.
Baked at 375°F until the apples are bubbling and the topping is golden, the crisp offers a tender interior with a crunchy, flavorful topping. The combination of textures and warming spices make it a comforting dessert for cooler weather or any time baked fruit is desired.
The apple crisp can be served on its own or paired with cream, ice cream, or a dollop of yogurt. Leftovers can be stored refrigerated for up to five days and reheated uncovered in the oven to restore texture.
Ingredients
FOR BAKED APPLE CRISP:
- 6 medium apple I used a combination of granny smith and gala, peeled & sliced
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice zested and juiced
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup dried cranberries
FOR EASY CRUMBLE TOPPING:
- 4 tablespoons butter well chilled, cut into small cubes, unsalted
- ½ cup flour
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- ½ cup rolled oats you can use the quick cooking or the old fashioned
- ½ cup cheddar cheese I used white cheddar, shredded, sharp
- ½ cup pecans roughly chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375℉. Spray an 8x8 inch casserole dish with vegetable spray and set aside.
FOR EASY CRUMBLE TOPPING
- In a medium bowl, combine cold butter, flour, brown sugar and oatmeal. Work with your hands to combine until crumbly. Add cheddar cheese and pecans. Work the mixture with your fingers to combine ingredients evenly. Set aside.
FOR APPLE CRANBERRY CRISP:
- In a large bowl, combine the apples, lemon juice, lemon zest, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Toss until fruit is evenly coated. Add the dried cranberries and toss to combine.Set aside.
- Transfer apple mixture to the baking dish. A syrup will have formed in the apples, that's really good -- so drizzle it over the apples. Generously distribute the easy crumble topping over the apples.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until apples are bubbling and streusel is golden. Remove from oven and cool for 10 minutes before serving.
SERVE WITH:
- This apple cranberry crisp is delicious on its own, but try it with a bit of half and half or cream drizzled over the top for a rustic presentation. A dollop of rum-spiked whipped cream or scoop of vanilla are also crowd pleasers.
Notes
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- Reheat the apple crisp uncovered in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes to crisp the topping again before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 428 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 428kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 67g | 22% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 133mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 257mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 46g | 92% |
| Vitamin A | 395IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 15.1mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 110mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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