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Apple Crisp Baked Apples

Delicious Apple Crisp Baked Apples for Cozy Fall Nights

Try these Apple Crisp Baked Apples for an easy, cozy dessert that highlights fall flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 apples
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apples
  • 4 pieces Honeycrisp or Granny Smith Apples Choose firm varieties for optimal texture and balanced sweetness.
For the Oat Topping
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Oats Ensures a hearty, chewy base.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Binds the oat mixture together.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds a deep caramel flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses warmth and spice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Complements the cinnamon.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Chilled for perfect texture.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts (Pecans or Walnuts) Adds extra crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Rounds out the flavors.
  • 1 pinch Salt Elevates overall taste.
For Brightness
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Prevents apples from browning.
For Serving (optional)
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Ice Cream or Whipped Cream Promises a creamy contrast.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the apples.
  2. Brush the interiors of apples lightly with lemon juice and arrange them upright in a baking dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine old-fashioned oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Add chilled, unsalted butter into the dry mixture and blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Stir in vanilla extract and fold in chopped nuts if desired.
  6. Generously spoon the oat mixture into the prepared apples.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appleCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with add-ins like dried fruits for a delightful twist; avoid microwaving when reheating to keep the topping crisp.

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