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Apple Crunch Dessert Recipe

A warm, comforting, and incredibly easy apple crunch dessert recipe! This simple recipe uses readily available ingredients to create a deliciously crispy and tender apple treat perfect for any occasion. Get ready for perfectly baked apples topped with a buttery, cinnamon-spiced crunch topping. See the note on water below for perfectly customized texture!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 547.8 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Crunch Dessert

  • 6 medium tart cooking apples (about 6 cups sliced)
  • 2-4 tablespoons water (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Corn Flakes (not included in this recipe's instructions)
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, plus butter for greasing dish
  • dollop of whipped cream (optional)
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • dollop of vanilla ice cream (optional)

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How to Make Apple Crunch Dessert

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease a shallow 2-quart casserole dish with butter.
  3. Peel, core, and slice 6 medium apples (about 6 cups sliced). Arrange the apple slices evenly in the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
  4. Add 2-4 tablespoons of water to the bottom of the casserole dish for softer apples (optional).
  5. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter. Mix until crumbly.
  6. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple slices.
  7. Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown and crispy. Check for doneness at 30 minutes.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

302g

Fat

73g

Carbs

29g

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