Recipe: Apple Nut Crunch with Ice Cream
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 9
Description:
Indulge in the delightful blend of warm apple pie flavors combined with the crunch of nuts, topped with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. This easy dessert is a time-saving twist on classic apple pie, perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a potluck or craving a cozy treat, this apple nut crunch with ice cream will surely satisfy your sweet tooth.
Recipe Category: Breads
Keywords: Dessert, Apple, Fruit, Nuts, Kid Friendly, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 205.7
- Fat Content: 8.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 35.2mg
- Sodium Content: 75.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 30.2g
- Fiber Content: 1g
- Sugar Content: 24.6g
- Protein Content: 3.4g
Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 apple, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- Vanilla ice cream (for serving)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Beat the egg and vanilla extract in a medium mixing bowl until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the white sugar, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, beating until smooth.
- Fold in the diced apple and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
- Grease an 8-inch square baking pan and spoon the batter into it, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the center tests done with a toothpick.
- Allow the dessert to cool slightly until it is still warm but not piping hot.
- Cut the apple nut crunch into 9 squares and serve each piece with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of nutmeg or a dash of caramel sauce to each serving.
- This dessert is best enjoyed warm, straight from the oven, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat individual servings in the microwave for a few seconds before enjoying.
- Feel free to customize the nuts in this recipe to suit your taste preferences. Pecans or almonds would also work well in place of walnuts.
- Serve this apple nut crunch with ice cream as a standalone dessert or pair it with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a cozy afternoon treat.
