Description
This Spicy Maple Glazed Apple Crisp is a delightful fusion of sweet and heat, featuring caramelized apples topped with a crunchy oat topping. Perfect for a cozy dessert!
Ingredients
4 cups sliced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced apples with cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and salt.
3. Spread the spiced apples in an even layer in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
4. In another bowl, combine rolled oats, brown sugar, flour, melted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until crumbly.
5. Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the apples.
6. If using, sprinkle chopped nuts over the topping.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the apples are bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
8. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
For a less spicy version, reduce the cayenne pepper to 1/4 teaspoon.
You can substitute the apples with pears or peaches for a different flavor.
This dessert pairs well with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: apple crisp, dessert, spicy, maple