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Autumn Bliss: A Fruitful Twist on a Classic Dessert

Imagine a warm, comforting dessert that combines the sweetness of fruit, the crunch of granola, and the richness of a spiced sauce, all in one delightful dish. This autumn-inspired treat is sure to become a new favorite.

The Perfect Apple Choice

When it comes to selecting the ideal apples for this recipe, look for varieties that will retain their shape after cooking, such as sweet-tart baking apples. The result will be a beautifully presented dessert with tender, flavorful apples.

Granola Streusel: A Crunchy Delight

The granola streusel is a masterful blend of textures, featuring a butter and flour mixture infused with chewy oats and toasted almonds. This crunchy topping adds a satisfying depth to the dish.

Easy to Prepare, Impressive to Serve

With a total preparation time of just 1 hour and 5 minutes, this dessert is surprisingly easy to prepare. The active cooking time is a mere 20 minutes, leaving you plenty of time to focus on other aspects of your gathering.

Ingredients

For the granola streusel:

• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1/3 cup chopped toasted almonds
• 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
• Pinch kosher salt

For the apples:

• 4 to 6 sweet-tart baking apples, peeled and cored but left whole
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 3/4 cup water
• Kosher salt

Bringing it all Together

To prepare this delightful dessert, begin by heating your oven to 375°F. Next, combine the melted butter and vanilla extract in a bowl, followed by the flour, oats, almonds, sugar, and salt in another bowl. Stir the two mixtures together until evenly blended and crumbly.

Stuff each apple core with the streusel mixture, dividing it evenly among the apples. Place the stuffed apples in a glass baking dish, leaving enough space between each apple to allow for even cooking.

In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, then pour the sauce evenly over the apples in the dish. Bake for approximately 45 minutes, spooning the sauce over the apples a few times during cooking. Serve warm, accompanied by the rich, spiced sauce.