Description
This Bourbon Apple Crisp features tender apples in a rich bourbon sauce, topped with a crunchy oat mixture. It’s a perfect fall dessert, best served warm with vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast. Enjoy this cozy treat at gatherings or during a quiet night in!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- Vanilla ice cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash and peel the apples, then core and slice them into thin wedges.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples with 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Toss to coat and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 cup of bourbon, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar is dissolved, then bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of rolled oats, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda. If using nuts, add them now.
- In another bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of milk and 1 egg. Pour this into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spread the apple mixture evenly. Drizzle the bourbon sauce over the apples, then spoon the oat topping over the mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, you can substitute the bourbon with apple cider or a mixture of apple juice and vanilla extract.
- This dessert pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream, which adds a creamy contrast to the warm apples and crunchy topping.
- Feel free to experiment with different nuts or even add dried fruits for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes