Golden Almond Apple Bliss: Irresistible Apple Betty Delight

Sure thing! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this delightful recipe for Apple Betty with Almond Crisp. Perfect for those cozy autumn evenings or whenever you’re craving a comforting dessert bursting with fruity goodness! 🍎✨

Apple Betty with Almond Crisp

Description: Indulge your sweet tooth with this scrumptious Apple Betty, a delightful way to savor the flavors of autumn apples. Topped with a crunchy almond crisp, this dessert is sure to become a favorite!

• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
• Servings: NaN
• Yield: NaN
• Category: Dessert
• Keywords: Apple, Fruit, European, Low Protein, Winter, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy

Ingredients:

• 3 cooking apples
• 1 lemon
• 100g butter
• 125g demerara sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 4 tbsp brown sugar

For the Almond Crisp Topping:

• Reserved butter (about 50g)
• Sliced almonds

For Serving:

• Thick cream or ice cream
• Additional sugar for sprinkling

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (180°C) to ensure it’s nice and toasty for baking.

2. Prepare the dish: Take 50g of the butter and use some of it to grease the base and sides of a baking dish. Aim for a dish that’s approximately 25cm x 18cm and at least 5cm deep.

3. Prepare the apples: In a bowl, combine the lemon juice with 300ml of water. Thinly slice the apples and place them in the lemon water mixture to prevent browning.

4. Drain the apples: Once all the apples are sliced, drain them in a strainer and give them a gentle shake to remove excess water.

5. Layer the apples: Arrange half of the sliced apples in the prepared baking dish, spreading them out evenly.

6. Add sugar and spices: Sprinkle 1 1/2 tablespoons of demerara sugar and half of the cinnamon over the layer of apples. Cut half of the remaining butter into small pieces and scatter them over the apples. Then, sprinkle half of the breadcrumbs over the apples.

7. Repeat the layers: Create a second layer of sliced apples on top of the first layer, pressing down gently to create an even surface. Sprinkle with another 1 1/2 tablespoons of demerara sugar, the remaining cinnamon, and the rest of the butter. Top with the remaining breadcrumbs.

8. Cover and bake: Place a sheet of foil over the baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.

9. Prepare the almond crisp: While the apples are baking, melt the reserved butter in a small pan. Stir in the sliced almonds until they are coated with butter.

10. Add almond topping: After 35 minutes, remove the foil from the baking dish. Spread the almond mixture evenly over the top of the partially baked apples. Sprinkle with the remaining demerara sugar.

11. Crisp up the topping: Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and return the baking dish to the oven. Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and caramelized, and the apples are bubbling around the edges.

12. Serve and enjoy: Once baked to perfection, remove the Apple Betty from the oven. Serve it straight from the dish, accompanied by a generous dollop of thick cream or a scoop of ice cream. For an extra touch of sweetness, sprinkle some additional sugar over the top. This dessert can also be enjoyed cold for a refreshing treat.

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this Apple Betty with Almond Crisp and let each bite transport you to apple-picking paradise! Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or chilled from the fridge, this dessert is sure to delight your taste buds and satisfy your sweet cravings. 🍏🥧✨