DESCRIPTION OF AUTUMN APPLE CRISP DELIGHT
Embrace the essence of fall with the “Autumn Apple Crisp Delight.” This heartwarming dish combines the natural sweetness of fresh apples with the rich spice of cinnamon and the delightful crunch of roasted almonds. It’s a perfect dessert or breakfast option, serving up comfort in every spoonful with its deep flavours and tantalising textures.
RECIPE CATEGORY
- Dessert
- Breakfast
SERVING SIZE
8 servings
CUISINE
American
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
- Bake
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
- Fall
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
- Casual Gatherings
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
- Healthy
- Low Fat
- High Fibre
- Vegetarian
DISH TYPE
- Dessert
INGREDIENTS FOR AUTUMN APPLE CRISP DELIGHT
- For the Apple Base:
- 6 apples, peeled and sliced
- 2 cups fresh apple cider
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- For the Topping:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup + 2 Tbsp almond flour
- 1/4 cup reserved apple cider mixture
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- 1/4 tsp salt
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: Approximately 280 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 28g (natural sugars from fruits and added maple syrup)
PREPARATION FOR AUTUMN APPLE CRISP DELIGHT
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Apples: In a large saucepan, combine sliced apples, apple cider, maple syrup, and cinnamon sticks. Simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes until the apples are just tender.
- Make the Topping: In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, chopped pecans, and almond flour, reserving 1/4 cup of the apple cider mixture from the apples, vanilla extract, cinnamon, allspice, and salt.
- Assemble: Remove the cinnamon sticks and transfer the apple mixture to a baking dish. Evenly spread the oat topping over the apples.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the topping is golden and crispy.
- Serve: Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
PREP TIME
15 minutes
COOKING TIME
30 minutes
TIPS FOR AUTUMN APPLE CRISP DELIGHT
- Enhancing Flavor: For an extra rich flavour, add a splash of bourbon or brandy to the apple mixture while cooking.
- Crispier Topping: For added crunch, sprinkle a few tablespoons of brown sugar over the topping before baking.
VARIATIONS
- Nut-Free Option: Substitute pecans with pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds for a nut-free version.
- Seasonal Twists: Swap apples for pears in the fall or peaches during the summer for a seasonal twist.
PREPPING AND STORAGE GUIDE FOR AUTUMN APPLE CRISP DELIGHT
- Refrigeration: Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through, approximately 10 minutes.
This dish is a quintessential autumn treat, perfect for savouring the flavours of the season. Enjoy the melding of spices, textures, and the comfort of homemade goodness with every bite!