Maple Apple Crisp

A Classic Fall Favorite with a Michigan Maple Twist!

Nothing says fall quite like the smell of apples and cinnamon baking in the oven! This Maple Apple Crisp combines fresh apples, pure maple syrup and a buttery oatmeal topping for a dessert that is simple, comforting and delicious.

Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a dessert that is hard to resist!

Ingredients

Apple Filling

• 6 medium apples, peeled, cored and sliced

• 1/4 cup Doodle's Pure Maple Syrup

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Crisp Topping

• 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish.

2. In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, maple syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon and flour.

3. Toss until apples are evenly coated.

4. Spread apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.

5. In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt.

6. Cut in cold butter using a pastry blender or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

7. Sprinkle topping evenly over the apples.

8. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until apples are tender and topping is golden brown.

9. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Doodle's Tip: Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and a little extra drizzle of pure maple syrup. For an extra crunch, add 1/2 cup chopped pecans to the topping!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Servings: 6–8