Grandma’s Apple Brown Betty Recipe

Instructions:

Step 1: Preparing the Apples (5 minutes):

1. Peel, core, and slice the baking apples.
2. Place the apple slices in a large mixing bowl.
3. Sprinkle the apple slices with cinnamon and toss to coat them evenly.

Step 2: Making the Crumb Topping (5 minutes):

1. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour and 3/4 cup of the brown sugar until well combined.
2. Cut the cold butter into small cubes using a pastry cutter or knife.
3. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the cubed butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3: Assembling the Dessert (5 minutes):

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

3. Layer the apples and crumb mixture in the prepared baking dish:

   • Start with a layer of apple slices.
   • Sprinkle a portion of the crumb mixture over the apples.
   • Repeat these layers until all the apples and crumb mixture are used, ensuring the top layer is crumb topping.

Step 4: Preparing the Syrup (2 minutes):

1. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 2/3 cup brown sugar, hot water, and lemon juice.
2. Stir the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 5: Baking the Apple Brown Betty (45-50 minutes):

1. Pour the prepared syrup evenly over the top layer of the crumb mixture.

2. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 6: Serving (optional, 10 minutes):

1. Allow the Apple Brown Betty to cool slightly for a few minutes before serving.

2. Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, or on its own!