In the heart of the snow-capped town of Frostfell, every winter, the townspeople eagerly awaited the “Frostfell Fair.” The fair was a celebration of winter, filled with ice sculptures, sleigh rides, and the most awaited event, the “Winter Delight” dessert competition.
Among the participants was Elara, a baker known for her innovative recipes. This year, she wanted to create something that encapsulated the spirit of Frostfell, combining the warmth of gingerbread with the freshness of winter apples. And thus, the idea of Gingerbread Apple Crisp was born.
Elara’s bakery, “Snowflake Sweets,” became a hub of activity as she began her experiments. The aroma of spices and baked apples wafted through the streets, drawing curious onlookers. She wanted the dessert to be a blend of the spicy warmth of gingerbread and the tartness of winter apples, all melded together under a crispy topping.
The day of the “Winter Delight” competition arrived, and the judges were presented with an array of desserts. But Elara’s Gingerbread Apple Crisp stood out. Served in a rustic dish, the golden-brown topping gave way to layers of spiced apples, with hints of ginger and molasses.
The first bite was a revelation. The warmth of the gingerbread spices, the tartness of the apples, and the crunch of the topping created a symphony of flavors. It was like tasting winter in a dish.
The judges were unanimous in their decision. Elara’s Gingerbread Apple Crisp was the winner. The townspeople flocked to “Snowflake Sweets” to taste the winning dessert, and it became an instant classic in Frostfell.
Years went by, and while many things changed, the love for Gingerbread Apple Crisp remained. It became synonymous with Frostfell’s winters, a dessert that brought families together, warming their hearts and souls.
Gingerbread Apple Crisp
Embrace winter's warmth with Gingerbread Apple Crisp. A symphony of spices and sweetness!
Ingredients
- 6 cups of peeled and sliced tart apples (like Granny Smith)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
For the gingerbread topping
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, brown sugar, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and lemon juice. Mix until the apples are well-coated.
- Transfer the apple mixture to a baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- In another bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the gingerbread topping evenly over the apple mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbly and tender.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Best enjoyed warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Notes
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 324Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 30mgCarbohydrates: 52gFiber: 4gSugar: 35gProtein: 3g
