Banana Apple Brown Betty
Indulge in the comforting nostalgia of a Banana Apple Brown Betty, a timeless dessert that combines tender slices of apples and bananas with layers of buttery, cinnamon-spiced breadcrumbs for a golden, crumbly topping. Sweetened with rich brown sugar and infused with the warm flavors of vanilla, nutmeg, and a splash of lemon juice, this baked classic is irresistibly fragrant and perfect for the holidays or any cozy gathering. Ready in just an hour and easy to prepare, this dessert is a fantastic way to transform simple ingredients like fresh fruit and bread crumbs into a warm and bubbling treat. Serve it fresh from the oven with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream or fluffy whipped cream for the ultimate combination of textures and flavors. This recipe serves six and is guaranteed to fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium (peeled, cored, and sliced) apples
- 2 large (sliced) bananas
- 2 cups (preferably fresh) bread crumbs
- 6 tablespoons (melted) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (packed) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the bread crumbs, melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated with the butter and spices. Set aside.
In a separate large mixing bowl, toss the sliced apples and bananas with lemon juice and vanilla extract to prevent browning and to add flavor.
To assemble the Brown Betty, spread 1/3 of the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Layer half of the apple and banana mixture over the breadcrumbs. Sprinkle the layer with half of the brown sugar.
Repeat with another 1/3 of the breadcrumb mixture, the remaining apple and banana slices, and the remaining brown sugar.
Top with the last 1/3 of the breadcrumb mixture, spreading it evenly over the fruit layer.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the fruit is tender and bubbling.
Let the Banana Apple Brown Betty cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2661 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.6 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.1 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2244 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 463.3 g | 168% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.0 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 267.5 g | ||
| Protein | 34.6 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 631 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2428 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
