Granola Apple Crisp Recipe

By traciesparks

Tender apple slices are tucked beneath a sweet crunchy topping in this comforting crisp from Barbara Schindler of Napoleon, Ohio. "For variety, replace the apples with your favorite fruit," she suggests.

Ingredients

• 8 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
• 2-1/2 cups granola with fruit and nuts
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup butter, melted

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, toss the apples, lemon juice and peel. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine the granola, sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over apples. Drizzle with butter.

Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until the apples are tender. Serve warm. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 382 calories, 17 g fat (8 g saturated fat), 31 mg cholesterol, 153 mg sodium, 58 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 3 g protein.