Best 9 Apple Date Betty Recipes

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Are you searching for a dessert recipe that combines the flavors of apples, dates, and a sweet, buttery topping? Look no further than apple date betty! Originating in Germany, this classic dish features layers of thinly sliced apples and chopped dates, topped with a mixture of butter, sugar, oats, and flour. Whether you serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoy it at room temperature, apple date betty is sure to delight your taste buds and satisfy your sweet cravings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APPLE BETTY



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Everyone always raves about this pie. You don't have to make pie crust! You can control the sweetness by the amount of streusel topping you use.

Provided by Barbara Milam

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups thinly sliced apples
¼ cup orange juice
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pinch salt
½ cup butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9 inch pie plate.
  • Mound sliced apples in the pie plate. Sprinkle with orange juice.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Scatter over the apples.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Carbohydrate 43.5 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 82.7 mg, Sugar 32.2 g

APPLE BETTY



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This is the recipe for apple betty found in the old Better Homes and Garden Cookbook from the 70's. You can't find this anymore, they've changed the recipe in the new one. This is so simple but completely delicious.

Provided by marycate

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups sliced pared apples
1/4 cup orange juice
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup butter

Steps:

  • Mound apples in buttered 9 inch pie pan; sprinkle with the orange juice.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in bowl.
  • Sprinkle over apples.
  • Bake at 375 for 45 minutes or until apples are tender and topping crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.9, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 102.5, Carbohydrate 43.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 32.2, Protein 1.6

GRANDMA'S APPLE BROWN BETTY



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This recipe belonged to my Grandma, she made it often. We love it, comfort food at it's best. Hope you enjoy!

Provided by Leslie

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 pan

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 -12 baking apples, peeled, cored and sliced
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/4 cups flour
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 lb butter
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup hot water
1/2 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Arrange slices in the bottom of a lightly greased 12x9 pan.
  • Sprinkle with cinnamon.
  • Mix flour and brown sugar.
  • Cut in butter until crumbly and set aside.
  • Syrup: Combine ingredients and stir well.
  • Drizzle half of mixture over apples.
  • Cover with flour mix.
  • Pour remaining syrup over top.
  • Bake at 350 for one hour.

APPLE PAN BETTY



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I found this apple betty recipe soon after I was married 47 years ago. It uses few ingredients, which are usually on hand, and takes little time to put together. It's a favorite of ours in the fall and winter, when apples are at their best. -Shirley Leister, West Chester, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium apple, peeled and cubed
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup bread cubes
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute apple in butter for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add bread cubes. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon; toss to coat. Saute until bread is warmed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 268mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APPLE-DATE SWIRL COOKIES



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Cooked apples and dates are swirled into a rich brown sugar slice-and-bake cookie.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1 2/3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup chopped dates
3/4 cup finely chopped peeled apple
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/4 cup orange juice

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat 1/2 cup granulated, the brown sugar, butter, vanilla and egg with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon, until well blended. Stir in flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, cook all Apple-Date Filling ingredients over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens. Boil and stir 5 minutes. Cool.
  • Roll or pat dough into rectangle, 16x8 inches, between sheets of waxed paper or plastic wrap. Remove top sheet. Spread dough with cooled Apple-Date Filling. Roll up dough with filling inside, starting with 16-inch side and using waxed paper to lift and roll. Wrap tightly. Refrigerate 2 to 3 hours or until firm.
  • Heat oven to 375°F. Cut roll with sharp knife into 1/4-inch slices, occasionally cleaning off knife. Place about 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8 to 11 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack; cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 30 mg

APPLE-DATE BETTY



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As American as apple betty. Yes, this dessert dates to Colonial times. The warm spiced apples topped with sweet breadcrumbs make it a great stand-in for pie.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 slices country white sandwich bread, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup sugar, divided
6 tablespoons apple cider, divided
5 Granny Smith apples (2 1/2 pounds total), peeled, cored, and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
3/4 cup chopped dates, preferably Medjool (4 ounces)
4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Heavy cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Scatter bread on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until dry and light golden brown, about 12 minutes, tossing halfway through. Crush half the bread to make crumbs. In a large bowl, combine butter, 1/4 cup sugar, and 3 tablespoons cider, then stir in bread pieces and crumbs.
  • Combine apples, dates, flour, lemon juice, salt, allspice, and remaining 1/2 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons cider. Stir in 1/2 cup bread mixture. Transfer to an 8-inch square baking dish and top with remaining bread mixture. Cover with foil and bake until bubbling in center, 40 to 55 minutes. Uncover and bake until top is golden, 5 minutes more. Let cool 15 minutes (or let sit at room temperature, up to 8 hours). To serve, divide among bowls and top with cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g

APPLE BETTY



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Looking for an easy fruit dessert? Let apples fill your kitchen with the sweet smell of the fall harvest as you make this betty with its buttery breadcrumb topping.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 to 5 slices white sandwich bread (about 4 ounces total), torn into large pieces
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
2 1/2 pounds Gala apples (about 6), peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/3 cup packed light- or dark-brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for serving (optional)
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a food processor, pulse bread until coarse crumbs form (you should have about 2 cups). Spread breadcrumbs on a rimmed baking sheet; bake until golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool completely. Transfer to a bowl, add butter, and toss until coated.
  • Meanwhile, place apples in a large bowl, and toss with lemon juice. Stir in sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and half the breadcrumbs. Transfer mixture to an 8-inch square (or other shallow 2-quart) baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining breadcrumbs. Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Bake until fruit mixture is bubbling, about 40 minutes. Then remove foil, and continue baking until breadcrumbs have browned and apples are easily pierced with a paring knife, 10 to 15 minutes more. Let cool at least 15 minutes before serving. Top, if desired, with vanilla ice cream sprinkled with cinnamon.

EMI'S APPLE BROWN BETTY



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This is a family treat that's been passed down for generations. The recipe was sometimes tripled because it had to be shared among a family of eight. This can be served with ice cream! It tastes best served hot.

Provided by Emi M

Categories     Desserts     Cobbler Recipes     Apple Cobbler Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (21 ounce) can apple pie filling
⅓ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 cup all-purpose flour
⅔ cup brown sugar
½ cup margarine
1 tablespoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread apple pie filling in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan. Sprinkle sugar and cinnamon on top.
  • Mix flour, brown sugar, margarine, and baking powder in a large bowl to make a soft dough. Spoon dough over apple filling.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust is golden, about 1 hour. Let cool for 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 233.9 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

EASY APPLE BETTY



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I've been cooking since I was a young girl and am always on the lookout for easy yet delicious dishes. This recipe fits the bill.-Sharon Knelsen, Coaldale, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 cups sliced peeled tart apples (about 3 pounds)
1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice
1-3/4 cups crushed oatmeal cookies (about 18)
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Toss apples and apple juice; arrange half in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine cookie crumbs, butter and cinnamon; sprinkle half over apples. Repeat layers. , Bake at 375° for 40-45 minutes or until apples are tender and topping is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 9g fat, Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 148mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate, Fiber 2g protein.

Tips:

  • To achieve a crispy topping, ensure that the butter is cold and cut into small pieces before combining with the flour and sugar.
  • Use a combination of tart and sweet apples to create a balanced flavor profile. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn.
  • Pit and chop the dates finely to ensure they distribute evenly throughout the dish.
  • If you prefer a sweeter dish, consider adding a bit of brown sugar or maple syrup to the apple mixture.
  • Serve the apple date betty warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.

Conclusion:

Apple date betty is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its combination of sweet apples, chewy dates, and a crispy oat topping, it's the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Whether you serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream or enjoy it cold for breakfast the next day, this versatile dish is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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