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Apple Grunt Recipe

Transport yourself back in time with this Apple Grunt recipe! Traditionally cooked in a Dutch oven over an open fire, this comforting dessert boasts a tender apple filling topped with a buttery, crumbly cake. Simple to make, yet incredibly satisfying, this recipe is perfect for a cozy autumn evening or a special family gathering. Get ready to experience the magic of old-fashioned baking!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 392.9 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
Apple Grunt 30

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Grunt

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How to Make Apple Grunt

  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in an 8-inch Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Remove 2 tablespoons of the melted butter and set aside in a mixing bowl.
  3. Add 1/2 cup packed brown sugar to the Dutch oven and stir until dissolved, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  4. Arrange 4-5 medium apples (peeled, cored, and sliced) evenly over the brown sugar.
  5. Sprinkle 1/2 cup chopped walnuts over the apples.
  6. In the mixing bowl with the 2 tablespoons of melted butter, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
  7. Gradually add 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Carefully pour the batter over the apples in the Dutch oven.
  9. Cover the Dutch oven tightly with a lid. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 60-70 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and the apples are tender. Check for doneness with a toothpick inserted into the cake; it should come out clean.
  10. Let the Apple Grunt cool slightly before carefully loosening the edges with a spatula.
  11. Invert the grunt onto a serving platter. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

132g

Fat

31g

Carbs

17g

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Weeknight Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Desserts Fruit American Holiday Event Kid Friendly Vegetarian Puddings And Mousses Stove Top Dietary Low Sodium Comfort Food Inexpensive Northeastern United States Low In Something Apples Taste Mood Equipment 4 Hours Or Less