Colossal Caramel Apple Dessert
Indulge in the ultimate fall-inspired treat with this Colossal Caramel Apple Dessert, a show-stopping combination of tender, spiced Granny Smith apples, buttery oat crumble, and velvety caramel sauce. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this dessert strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy flavors. Topped with freshly whipped cream and a generous drizzle of caramel, it elevates the classic apple crisp to pure decadence. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for cozy family gatherings or holiday celebrations. Serve it warm for the ultimate comforting dessert experience that will leave everyone craving more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.75 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Rolled oats
- 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish or a small casserole dish for the dessert assembly.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the diced apples, granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir well and cook for 8-10 minutes until apples are tender and slightly caramelized. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt. Add the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter, cutting it into the mixture using your hands or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.
While the apple crisp bakes, prepare the whipped cream topping. In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract using a hand mixer or stand mixer until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Once the apple crisp is out of the oven, allow it to cool slightly for 5-10 minutes.
To serve, spoon generous portions of the warm apple crisp onto dessert plates. Drizzle each serving with caramel sauce and add a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of extra cinnamon or crushed nuts for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 168.7 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.7 g | 484% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 456 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 1016 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 533.2 g | 194% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 397.7 g | ||
| Protein | 18.7 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1196 mg | 25% | |
*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.
