4 med. tart cooking apples (peeled and sliced) 1/2 c. butter (or butter) 3/4 c. brown sugar 3/4 c. quick cooking oats 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. allspice Spread apples evenly in an 8x8x2-inch baking dish. Place butter in a small glass mixing bowl. Microwave on LOW (30%) for 45 seconds to 1 minute until softened. Add remaining ingredients. Mix until crumbly. Sprinkle over apples. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 10-12 minutes or until apples are tender. Top with whipped cream or ice cream. VARIATION - GRANOLA APPLE CRISP: Follow apple crisp recipe as directed except substitute 2 cups granola for butter, brown sugar, oats, flour and spices. |