Apple Crisp á la mode

Apple crisp is, by far, one of my most favorite desserts. The tart apples soften to perfection and become coated in a sweet glaze and the cinnamon-sugar crumble on top turns into a crispy companion for the apples. Topping off this warm dessert with a scoop of cold vanilla ice cream simply takes this dish to another level.

This is what the crumble topping should look like when it is all combined and ready to go.

If there is any of the sugar mixture left in the bowl, sprinkle that over the apples after they are placed in the baking dish. The brown sugar will caramelize and create a thick syrup.

The finished product is soft and bubbly on the inside, and browned and crispy on the top.

Apple Crisp á la mode

For Apples
4-5 of your favorite baking apples
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 Tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

For Topping
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup flour
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 cup melted butter

Directions
In a large bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 2 Tablespoons of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg. Thinly slice the apples and add to the sugar mixture, stirring until all the slices are well-coated. Set aside.

In small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Pour the melted butter on top of the mixture and mix with a spoon until moist. Be sure to leave small clumps as this is what makes the topping nice and crunchy!

Pour apples into an 8x8 baking dish or a 9-inch pie plate. Coat with the crumble topping and bake at 375 F for 35-40 minutes, or until apples are soft. Serve with a side of your favorite vanilla ice cream and enjoy!