Ingredients and Weight:
- Oatmeal cookies, crushed: 2 cups (320g)
- Butter, melted: 1/2 cup (113g)
- Brown sugar, packed: 1 cup (226g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Apples, peeled and sliced: 8 medium (about 3 lbs)
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 out of 5
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the crushed oatmeal cookies and melted butter until well mixed. Press into the bottom of an 8x8-inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Spread the apple slices evenly over the oatmeal cookie base. Sprinkle with the sugar mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 5g
- Fiber: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Warm and comforting dessert
- Rich in apple flavor
- Crisp and crumbly topping
- Perfect for a fall or winter evening
User Comments:
- "This is the best apple crisp I've ever had! The oatmeal cookie base is so delicious and unique." - Sarah
- "The apple slices were perfectly tender and flavorful. The crisp was the perfect balance of sweet and savory." - John
- "I'm not a big fan of apples, but this crisp was so good I couldn't get enough!" - Mary
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have oatmeal cookies, you can use graham crackers instead.
- For a sweeter crisp, add an extra 1/4 cup of sugar to the topping.
- Serve the crisp warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
