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Butterscotch-Cornflake Apple Crisp

It tastes even better than it sounds!

By Ree DrummondPublished: Sep 20, 2023
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butterscotch cornflake apple crisp recipe
Ryan Liebe
Yields:
4 - 6 serving(s)
Prep Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins

Meet your new favorite apple dessert. The rich butterscotch sauce is the best part of this crisp! 

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Ingredients

For the crisp:

  • 3

    large crisp red apples (about 3 pounds), peeled and cut into ¾-inch pieces

  • 1/3 cup

    granulated sugar

  • 2 Tbsp.

    fresh lemon juice

  • 1/2 tsp.

    ground cinnamon

  • 1/2 tsp.

    kosher salt, divided

  • 3/4 cup

    all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 cup

    packed light brown sugar

  • 1/2 cup

    salted butter, cubed, at room temperature

  • 1 1/2 cups

    cornflakes

For the butterscotch sauce:

  • 4 Tbsp.

    salted butter

  • 1/2 cup

    packed dark brown sugar

  • 1/2 cup

    heavy cream

  • 1 tsp.

    vanilla extract

  • Butter pecan ice cream, for serving

Directions

    1. Step 1For the crisp: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. In a large bowl, toss the apples with the granulated sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Scrape the apples and juices into a 2-quart baking dish.
    2. Step 2In the same bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and remaining ¼ teaspoon salt. Add the butter and mash with your fingers until the butter is incorporated and crumbs form. Add the cornflakes and use your hands to fold the cornflakes into the mixture. Squeeze into clumps and sprinkle over the apples in the baking dish.
    3. Step 3Place the baking dish on the prepared baking sheet and bake until the crisp is golden and bubbling, 55 to 60 minutes. (Cover loosely with foil for the last 15 minutes if the top is getting too brown.) Let cool about 10 minutes.
    4. Step 4Meanwhile, make the butterscotch sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla and stir to combine. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool about 10 minutes.
    5. Step 5Drizzle the apple crisp with some of the butterscotch sauce. Serve with ice cream and the remaining sauce.
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