Baked Shortbread Apple Dessert Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Shortbread Apple Dessert

• 8 tablespoons (115g) unsalted butter
• Shortbread Cookies
• 1 ½ cups (150g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Tart Apples
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ½ cup (50g) sliced almonds (optional)

How to Make Baked Shortbread Apple Dessert

1. Melt 6 tablespoons (85g) of unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add 1 ½ cups (150g) crushed shortbread cookies (or oatmeal cookies), ½ cup (50g) granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
3. Stir over medium heat for 3 minutes, until fragrant and slightly toasted.
4. Transfer the crumble mixture to a bowl and set aside.
5. Add 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, 4-5 medium apples (about 2 lbs) peeled, cored, and sliced, 1 tablespoon (12g) granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice to the skillet.
6. Cover and cook over medium heat until apples are tender, about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
8. In a 2-quart casserole dish, layer half of the apples and half of the crumble mixture.
9. Top with remaining apples, crumble, and ½ cup (50g) sliced almonds (optional).
10. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crumble is golden brown and the apples are bubbly.
11. Let cool slightly before serving warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.