This is Your Dessert on Broil

Cajun Apple Crisp?

Actually, this is my dessert on cook-paying-to-much-attention-to-the-internet-and-not-enough-to-the-toaster.  But I found that blog title a little wordy. 

Despite the burnt topping, this was actually quite delicious.  So regardless of my failed attempt, I still share the recipe with you. 




Ingredients:
1/2 c almonds, ground
dash or two of salt
1/4 t cinnamon
1/8 t nutmeg
1.5 T rolled oats
1/8 c oil
1 T real maple syrup, or agave nectar
2 tart apples (Granny Smith, in this case)

Supplies:
Toaster Oven
2 small bowls
Cutting Board + Knife
Muffin Tins, Ramekins, Loaf Pan or some other small baking dish

Directions:
If you have whole or sliced almonds, grind them in the food processor to a flour-like consistency.  Then mix together almonds, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon and oats.  Stir in oil and maple syrup. 

Separately, core apples and cut into slices.  Place apple slices in baking dish and top with crumble mixture.  Bake for 40 minutes at 350 degrees until apples are soft and topping is crisp (not black).  Toaster oven temperatures and cooking times may vary.

Best of luck, my friends, and remember:  eat your dessert first.