Description
Tender apple slices tossed with cinnamon and nutmeg, layered beneath golden, buttery crumbs that bake into a crisp, caramelized topping.
Ingredients
- 4 cups peeled and sliced apples
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- pinch salt
- 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, toss the apples with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs and brown sugar.
- Pour melted butter and vanilla extract into the breadcrumb mixture and stir until moistened.
- Spread half of the breadcrumb mixture in the bottom of a baking dish, top with the apple mixture, then sprinkle the remaining breadcrumbs on top.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
- Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh breadcrumbs with crushed vanilla wafers for added flavor.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat individual servings in the microwave or bake at 350°F for 10 minutes until heated through.