Ingredients:
- 4 cups sliced apples (about 4 medium apples, peeled and cored)
- 1 cup brown sugar (divided)
- 1/2 cup oats (old-fashioned rolled oats work best)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Maldon Sea Salt (a pinch for both the filling and topping)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (to toss with the apples)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Apple Filling: In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice and 1/4 cup of brown sugar. The lemon juice helps to brighten the flavor of the apples while the sugar draws out the juices. Sprinkle in a pinch of Maldon Sea Salt to bring out the natural sweetness of the apples. Set aside.
3. Make the Streusel Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the remaining 3/4 cup of brown sugar, oats, flour, and cinnamon. Add the cold, cubed butter and, using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. You can also use a fork or a food processor for this step. Sprinkle in a pinch of Maldon Sea Salt for an extra savory touch in the topping.
4. Assemble the Crisp: In a greased 9x9-inch (or similar-sized) baking dish, layer the apple mixture evenly at the bottom. Top with the streusel, spreading it out in an even layer over the apples.
5. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and bubbling, and the topping is golden brown and crisp. Check after 30 minutes—if the topping is browning too quickly, loosely cover with aluminum foil and continue baking until the apples are tender and the topping is crisp.
6. Serve: Let the apple crisp cool slightly before serving. Top with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, and finish with a light sprinkle of Maldon Sea Salt for that signature crunch and savory finish.
Why Maldon Sea Salt?
Maldon Sea Salt is a premium, flaky salt known for its delicate texture and light crunch. It’s perfect for finishing dishes like this Apple Crisp, as its mineral notes enhance the natural sweetness of the apples without overpowering them. The salt also balances the rich, buttery oat streusel topping, adding a sophisticated depth of flavor. A small sprinkle of Maldon Sea Salt on top of the warm, gooey dessert takes it from ordinary to extraordinary, creating a perfect harmony of sweet and savory.
Ready to elevate your desserts? Add Maldon Sea Salt to your pantry today and discover how this delicate finishing salt can bring the perfect balance of flavor to both sweet and savory dishes!
Serving Suggestion:
Serve this Apple Crisp with Oat Streusel Topping straight from the baking dish or in individual ramekins for a personal touch. The contrast between the warm, tender apples and the crunchy, buttery topping, enhanced by a sprinkle of Maldon Sea Salt, makes each bite utterly irresistible. Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream that melts into the crisp for a comforting, indulgent dessert experience.
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