Best 8 Decadent Apple Brown Betty Recipes

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Decadent apple brown betty, a delightful dessert with its unique blend of flavors and textures, is an American classic. This traditional dish is an excellent way to enjoy the peak flavor of apples during the fall season. Apple brown betty is prepared by layering thinly sliced apples with a mixture of sugar, cinnamon, and butter, then topping it with a sweet breadcrumb topping. When baked, the apples become tender and caramelized, while the breadcrumb topping turns golden brown and crispy. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, apple brown betty is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth craving.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE BROWN BETTY



Apple Brown Betty image

Provided by Edna Lewis

Categories     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     Kid-Friendly     Kwanzaa     Apple     Fall     Winter     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 cup sugar
3 cups 1/4-inch bread cubes
2 tablespoons melted butter
Grated rind of 1 lemon
2 pounds large apples
2 to 4 tablespoons cold water (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Combine the nutmeg and the sugar and set aside 2 tablespoons. Put the bread cubes in a bowl and toss with the rest of the sugar mixture, the melted butter, and the lemon rind.
  • Peel, core, and slice the apples into fairly thick wedges. Line the bottom of a heavy 1 1/2-quart casserole with 1 cup of the bread cubes. Layer half of the apples over the bread and top with 1/2 cup of the bread cubes. Layer the rest of the apples in the casserole and sprinkle with water. Cover with the rest of the bread cubes and evenly sprinkle the reserved 2 tablespoons of sugar over the top. Put the lid on the casserole or cover tightly with foil. Bake in the center of the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Take the lid off the betty, and bake for 10 to 15 minutes longer, or until apples are tender and the topping is brown.

APPLE BROWN BETTY



Apple Brown Betty image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings, 1 serving is about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 large Golden Delicious apples (about 2 pounds), peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup apple cider
3 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
2 tablespoons butter, divided
3 slices whole-wheat bread (1-ounce each) crusts included (to make about 2 1/4 cups crumbs)
3 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine apples, apple cider, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, vanilla, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender but not mushy, about 10 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter until melted, remove from heat and transfer apple mixture to a 9-inch glass pie plate.
  • Place bread in food processor and process until crumbs are formed, about 15 seconds. Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in microwave for 20 seconds. Toss crumbs with melted butter, walnuts, remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Scatter crumb mixture on top of apples and bake for 30 minutes, until topping is crisped and lightly browned.
  • Excellent source of: Fiber and Manganese
  • Good source of: Vitamin C

APPLE BROWN BETTY



Apple Brown Betty image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 to 2 sticks salted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for greasing
8 slices hearty wheat bread, diced
3 apples, preferably Granny Smith, peeled, cored and diced
1 1/2 packed cups brown sugar, plus more if needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Generously butter a 9-by-13-inch rectangular baking dish.
  • Place half the diced bread in the baking dish, and then sprinkle on half the diced apples, half the brown sugar and half the butter. Repeat with another layer of bread, apples, brown sugar and butter. End by sprinkling 1/2 cup water all over the surface, a spoonful at a time.
  • Bake, covered in foil, until the apples are tender, about 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes to brown.

APPLE BROWN BETTY



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This apple brown betty can be whipped up in hardly any time. It costs little to prepare, but it's big on flavor. -Florence Palmer, Marshall, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices white bread, toasted
3 cups sliced peeled tart apples
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • Tear toast into bite-sized pieces; place in a greased 1-1/2-qt. casserole. Top with apples. Combine sugars and cinnamon; sprinkle over apples. Drizzle with butter. , Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour, stirring after 30 minutes. Serve warm with cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 78g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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

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

GRANDMA'S APPLE BROWN BETTY



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This is a very old recipe that must have come from my Great Grandma. I remember Grandma and Mom making this simple dessert when I was very young. Served with ice cream or whipped cream this is very good. Both Grandma and my Dad liked it warm, in a bowl with fresh, cold, heavy cream on it. When I make it now I usually add dried...

Provided by Kathie Carr

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 c flour
1 1/4 c oatmeal, quick oats
1/2 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c melted butter
2 c applesauce, unsweetened (more ok) or one (16 oz.) can apple sauce
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 c dried fruit and nuts of youir choice, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix together flour, oatmeal, sugars, and butter. Stir and blend well with a fork to make a crumb mixture. Divide mixture in 2 parts. In 2 quart long baking pan, spread and pat down 1/2 of the crumb mixture.
  • 2. Stir cinnamon and any fruits or nuts you are using into the applesauce. Pour this mixture over the crumbs in the baking dish. Finish by carefully patting out the remaining half of the crumb mix on the applesauce. Bake at 350 degrees for about 20-30 minutes. Crust is done when applesauce begins to bubble. Good all by itself or serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

APPLE BROWN BETTY



Apple Brown Betty image

Enjoy this brown Betty - a traditional dessert made by baking apples and bread crumbs.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups soft white bread crumbs (about 6 slices bread)
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
4 large apples, peeled, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup apple cider

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • In medium bowl, stir together bread crumbs and melted butter. In small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
  • Place half of the apple slices in casserole; sprinkle with half of the brown sugar mixture and half of the bread crumb mixture. Repeat layers. Pour cider over top.
  • Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until apples are tender and topping is browned. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 76 g, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Use firm, tart apples for the best flavor and texture. Some good varieties include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Braeburn, and Pink Lady.
  • Peel and slice the apples thinly: This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
  • Use a combination of spices: Cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger are classic spices for apple desserts. You can also add a pinch of cardamom or allspice for extra flavor.
  • Don't overcook the apples: They should be tender but still hold their shape.
  • Use a variety of bread: You can use white bread, wheat bread, or even croissants. Just make sure the bread is stale so that it doesn't get soggy.
  • Butter the bread slices: This will help them brown and add flavor to the dish.
  • Layer the ingredients in a casserole dish: Start with a layer of apples, then a layer of bread, then a layer of spices, and so on. Repeat until all of the ingredients have been used.
  • Bake the apple brown betty until the top is golden brown and the apples are bubbly: This usually takes about 30-40 minutes.
  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream: This is the perfect way to enjoy this classic dessert.

Conclusion:

Apple brown betty is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and classic flavor, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give apple brown betty a try. You won't be disappointed!

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