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Apple Crisp With Macadamia Nuts Recipe

This Apple Crisp with Macadamia Nuts recipe from Cooking Light is a guilt-free indulgence! Enjoy the warm, cinnamon-spiced apples and crunchy macadamia nut topping – it's surprisingly light until you add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (totally worth it!). Perfect for a cozy night in or a delightful autumn gathering.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 218.7 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apple Crisp With Macadamia Nuts

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • None specified in recipe
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted margarine
  • 6 medium Granny Smith apples (about 4 cups), peeled, cored and sliced
  • cooking spray to coat baking dish
  • 2 tablespoons apricot preserves
  • vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • whipped cream, for serving (optional)

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How to Make Apple Crisp With Macadamia Nuts

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Cut in 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted margarine using a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts.
  5. Set aside.
  6. Peel and slice 6 medium apples (about 4 cups).
  7. Coat an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray.
  8. Arrange apple slices in the prepared baking dish.
  9. Drop 2 tablespoons apricot preserves by teaspoonfuls over the apple slices.
  10. Evenly sprinkle the flour/nut mixture over the apples.
  11. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender and bubbly.
  12. Let cool slightly before serving. Top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

122g

Fat

6g

Carbs

13g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Low Protein Healthy Cobblers And Crisps Desserts Fruit American Easy Fall Vegetarian Winter Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Seasonal Low Saturated Fat Low In Something Apples Taste Mood Sweet 3 Steps Or Less