Apples are a wonderful part of fall, but when you’re practically drowning in apples due to your weekly CSA share, eating plain apples can get a bit dull. Our solution to an excess of apples? An apple crisp-filled apple! Instead of making apple crisp in a pan, this recipe uses hollowed-out apples as a bowl for single serving portions of warm apple filling and yummy crumble, which makes for a much easier cleanup.
Prep Time: 15 to 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35-40 minutes
Servings: 4
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Ingredients:
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup flour
3 tablespoon brown sugar
6 apples
2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon nutmeg
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350° F.
2. To make the crumble, mix together the flour and sugar and then add in 4 tablespoons of butter (cut it into small pieces first), squishing it between your fingers until it forms pea sized lumps and everything is incorporated.
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3. Spread the crumble in a foil or parchment-lined sheet pan and bake until golden brown (about 15 to 20 minutes).
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4. Meanwhile, hollow out four of the apples with a spoon (or a knife, if you’re feeling dangerous). Save these apple “bowls” and toss out the cores.
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Photo by Patrick Domingo
Photo by Patrick Domingo
5. Dice the remaining 2 apples into bite-sized pieces, toss with sugar and spices and set aside.
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7. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and once it starts bubbling, add the apple pieces and cook while stirring until soft. Remove from the heat and set aside.
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9. Stuff the cooked apple pieces into the apple “bowls” and top with the prepared crumble. For a more decadent treat, top with some ice cream or homemade whipped cream!
Photo by Patrick Domingo
Photo by Patrick Domingo