Collegiettes™, fall has officially arrived!
There have been a few nice days lately that have really encompassed the crisp feeling of autumn on campus. So, why not add the aroma of autumn to your kitchen with a freshly made apple crisp? Don’t be nervous if you are not much a baker! When I made this recipe for the first time, it came out delicious, and was a complete hit with my roommates. You don’t have to be America’s Next Great Baker, just follow these simple instructions to master this dessert.
Ingredients:
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About 5 or 6 medium Granny Smith and/or Golden Delicious apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
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3 tablespoons granulated sugar
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¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup packed light brown sugar
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½ cup quick oats
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⅓ cup all-purpose flour
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4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
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½ tablespoon lemon juice
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Heat oven to 375ºF and coat an 8″x 8″ pan with butter.
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Combine apples, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and ⅛ teaspoon salt in bowl. Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and transfer to 8″x 8″ pan.
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In the same bowl (less mess!) mix brown sugar, oats, flour, and remaining ⅛ teaspoon salt.
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Cut the 4 tablespoons of cold butter into pieces, and massage into the dry mixture with hands until combined. Sprinkle over apples.
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Bake for 45 minutes. Let cool for 20 – 30 minutes before serving. Best served warm.
We hope you enjoy this recipe, collegiettes™! Check out some pumpkin recipes to keep your kitchen smelling sweet.