Description
A comforting casserole of spiced apples baked to perfection, perfect for family gatherings and nostalgic moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium apples (mix of sweet and tart)
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats or chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges.
- In a large bowl, mix the sliced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter, flour, oats, and a pinch of cinnamon until crumbly.
- Grease a baking dish and spread the apple mixture evenly in the bottom.
- Sprinkle the buttery topping over the apples.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until apples are tender and topping is golden brown.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a healthier alternative, substitute brown sugar with granulated sugar mixed with molasses, and use gluten-free oats if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: baked apple casserole, spiced dessert, family recipe, comfort food, autumn dessert