Ingredients: 3/4 cup sifted or lifted all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon pinch of chipotle pepper or red pepper flakes 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped apples 1/2 cup walnuts or almonds, chopped 1/2 cup low-fat milk or apple juice 3/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup butter or olive oil 1 tsp. vanilla extract or vanilla paste 3/4 cup water creme fraiche Directions:Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In batter bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, pepper, and salt. Blend in the apples, almonds, and milk. Spread into a buttered 1 1/2 quart casserole. In another batter bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, and water. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until sugar and butter are dissolved. Pour over batter. Bake 40-50 minutes. Serve warm with creme fraiche or ice cream, if desired. |