Apple Prune Crisp With Hazelnut Topping Recipe

A warm, comforting Apple Prune Crisp with a crunchy hazelnut topping. This Bon Appétit inspired recipe is bursting with fall flavors and is surprisingly easy to make! Perfect for a cozy night in or a delightful dessert to share. Get ready for a taste of autumn with every bite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 626.4 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Apple Prune Crisp With Hazelnut Topping

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Apple Prune Crisp With Hazelnut Topping

  • Sugar
  • Golden Brown Sugar
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Granny Smith Apples
  • Prune
  • Old Fashioned Oats
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Unsalted Butter
  • 1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
  • Vanilla Ice Cream

How to Make Apple Prune Crisp With Hazelnut Topping

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter an 8-inch square glass baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  3. Add the sliced apples and chopped prunes to the bowl and gently toss to combine. Let the mixture stand for 5 minutes.
  4. Transfer the apple and prune filling to the prepared baking dish.
  5. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the filling is beginning to bubble around the edges.
  6. Meanwhile, prepare the topping: In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup toasted, roughly chopped hazelnuts.
  7. Cut in the 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter using your fingers or a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  8. Sprinkle the hazelnut topping evenly over the apple and prune filling.
  9. Continue baking for another 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the juices are bubbling thickly.
  10. Let the crisp cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

235g

Fat

44g

Carbs

28g