20 MINUTE PREP APPLE CRISP

Apple Crisp is one of our family traditions. That’s my favorite thing about the last half of the year: all the traditions. Because, to me, THAT is what is important in life. The traditions, the memories, the friends and family. And good food.

20 MINUTE PREP APPLE CRISP

My favorite thing about this recipe is that it is so very simple to make, which is just what I need as things get busy around this time of year, and it only gets crazier until the end of the year.

My second favorite thing is that you can make it ahead of time. Just put it in the freezer and save it until you need it. Take it out, let it thaw, add the Grape Nuts topping and then bake. So easy! And you’ll be lucky if there are leftovers.

Let’s get bakin’!

Yield: 8-10 Servings

The Most Delicious 20 Minute Prep Apple Crisp

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This yummy, warm dessert will hit just the spot on these cold wintery nights. This apple crisp is sweet and savory and easy to make with only 20 minutes of prep time!

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Grape Nuts Original
• 1/2 cup butter
• 6 Tbsp milk
• 6 Tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 apples
• 1/2 cup Grape Nuts, for topping

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Peel and slice the apples. Lay the apple slices in the bottom of a 7x11" pan. You can also use an 8x8" pan.
3. In a medium saucepan pan, melt the butter on medium low heat.
4. Add 1/2 cup Grape Nuts and milk. Stir until evenly combined. Allow to simmer 3-5 minutes, until the Grape Nuts have softened a little. Don't scald the milk!
5. Add brown sugar, vanilla, lemon juice and cinnamon. Combine well.
6. Continue mixing over heat until sugar is dissolved and the consistency thickens into a thick sauce.
7. Pour the sauce over the apples in the pan. Use a spatula to smooth and evenly distribute across the entire pan.
8. Sprinkle 1/2 cup Grape Nuts on top of the sauce.
9. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes, until apples are tender.
10. Remove from oven and let stand for 15 minutes.
11. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

3/4 cup
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 219Total Fat: 12.1gSaturated Fat: 7.4gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 160mgCarbohydrates: 26.7gFiber: 3.3gSugar: 14.3gProtein: 2.4g

Ready to make your own? Let’s do it! And it’s okay to make a couple at a time! Freeze the second for a no-prep (or make-ahead!) dessert that will simplify your busy holidays without sacrificing the good stuff.

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