Thursday, October 2, 2014

Healthy Apple Crisp


INGREDIENTS:

1/3 cup all-purpose flour (can do 1/2 whole wheat flour)

1/4 cup packed light brown sugar

1/3 cup regular oats

1/4 teaspoon ground pumpkin pie spice

1/4 cup chilled butter

3 tablespoons chopped walnuts

7 cups sliced peeled apples

2 TBSP maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon


DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375°.

2. Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife. Combine flour, sugar, oats, and 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice in a medium bowl; cut in butter with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture is crumbly. Stir in walnuts.

3. Combine apple and remaining ingredients in a large bowl; toss well. Spoon apple mixture into an 8-inch square baking dish or 1 1/2-quart casserole. Sprinkle with crumb mixture. Bake at 375° for 45 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts - Amount per serving—Calories: 208, Fat: 7.1g, Saturated fat: 3.4g, Protein: 1.8g Carbohydrate: 36.5g, Fiber: 2.3g, Cholesterol: 14mg, Sodium: 58mg