Apple Betty Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 40 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 50 minutes
🥧 Recipe Category: Pie
🔍 Keywords: Dessert, Apple, Fruit, Low Protein, Healthy, Kid Friendly, < 60 Mins, Oven
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our homemade Apple Betty, a comforting dessert perfect for any occasion. This recipe strikes the balance between sweetness and spice, showcasing tender apples nestled beneath a crispy, buttery topping. Serve it warm with a dollop of cream for a truly irresistible treat.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 243
- Fat: 7.3g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15.2mg
- Sodium: 244.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 41.7g
- Fiber: 2.7g
- Sugar: 21.5g
- Protein: 3.8g
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup tart apples, sliced
- 4 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup hot water
Recipe Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Butter a baking dish. |
| 2 | Mix bread crumbs and butter together lightly with fork. Put a layer of crumbs in the baking dish. |
| 3 | Peel, core, and slice the apples. |
| 4 | Toss with lemon juice. |
| 5 | Mix the sugar, spices, and rind. |
| 6 | Spread half the apples over the crumbs, then half the sugar mixture. |
| 7 | Repeat the layers and cover with the rest of the crumbs. |
| 8 | Add 1/2 cup hot water. |
| 9 | Bake for 40 minutes at 350 degrees. |
| 10 | Cover at first so that the crumbs will not brown too quickly. |
| 11 | Serve warm with cream. |
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Preheat: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Meanwhile, prepare a baking dish by greasing it lightly with butter to prevent sticking.
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Prepare Crumb Mixture: In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of butter with breadcrumbs, using a fork to lightly mix them until crumbly. Spread a layer of this mixture evenly at the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
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Prep Apples: Peel, core, and slice the tart apples. Toss them gently with a splash of lemon juice to prevent browning.
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Mix Spices and Sugar: In another bowl, mix together brown sugar, white sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon until well combined.
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Layer Ingredients: Spread half of the sliced apples over the breadcrumb layer in the baking dish. Then, sprinkle half of the sugar and spice mixture over the apples. Repeat this process with the remaining apples and sugar mixture.
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Top with Crumbs: Once all the apples and sugar mixture are layered, cover them with the remaining breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even coating.
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Add Hot Water: Carefully pour 1/2 cup of hot water over the assembled ingredients in the baking dish. This will help create a moist environment for the apples to cook evenly.
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Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown. To prevent the crumbs from browning too quickly, you can cover the dish with aluminum foil during the first part of the baking process.
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the Apple Betty from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. For a delicious finishing touch, serve each portion warm with a generous drizzle of cream.
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Enjoy: Indulge in the comforting flavors and textures of this homemade Apple Betty, savoring each bite of tender apples and buttery crumbs. Whether enjoyed as a cozy dessert on a chilly evening or as a sweet treat for a special occasion, this recipe is sure to delight everyone at the table.
