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Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Cake Mix Apple Crisp

The other day I went to the store and came back with a bag of Granny Smith apples. My kids recognized the large bright green apples (as opposed to the smaller Golden Delicious apples I usually buy) and said, "Oh, are you going to make apple crisp?"  When I said "yes,"  their eyes lit up and big grins spread across their faces. They LOVE this dessert. There is something special about it compared to other apple crisp recipes. The "crisp" part is actually made out of cake mix.

I first tasted this dessert at a Pampered Chef  party. I could not believe the topping was made from cake mix. It is not only quick and easy to make, it is REALLY delicious. Served warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, it is the perfect fall dessert.

Cake Mix Apple Crisp
Yield 8-10 servings

5 large Granny Smith apples
1 box yellow cake mix
1/2 cup butter
1 TB sugar
2 TB cinnamon
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

Preheat oven to 350-F. Lightly butter a 9x13" pan or similar sized decorative baking dish.

Peel and slice the apples and place them in the pan. In a large microwave safe bowl, melt the butter. Add the cake mix, sugar, cinnamon and walnuts and stir until mixture is crumbly. You may have to get your fingers in there! Spoon the topping over the apples. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until topping is golden brown.

Happy Baking!

9 comments:

  1. Alil Country SugarSeptember 27, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    I'm going to have to try this one. Cake mix?
    It's funny what apple season will do to kids....my son brought me a bag of Granny Smith apples the other day and demanded me to make a pie. Okay, light on the demand....

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  2. brendaSeptember 27, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    This one I will try. Husband is a brit and loves apple crisps. Will report back.

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 27, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    This looks so good and easy! Will be trying it very soon. And I actually have a box of yellow cake mix already in my pantry! Love it when that happens.

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  4. Elizabeth YoungSeptember 28, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    I can comment again, I have my life back! This looks awesome Michael Ann, too easy! Especially when cake mixes are on for 99c, time to try! Thanks for sharing your great ideas with us.

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  5. Dorothy @ Crazy for CrustSeptember 28, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    I've never thought to use cake mix in my crumble, but I'm going to now! That sounds (and looks) so good!

    I'd love for you to join my linky party, Crazy Sweet Tuesdays, sometime! The link is open through Friday. :)

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  6. The Better BakerOctober 1, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Oh Michael - this recipe is soooo ME! I LOVE apple crisp and the ease of using a cake mix - gonna make it very soon as I have apples that are begging to be eaten. SO glad you shared. I thought of you when I saw a very pretty big green bowl at the store today. =)

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  7. Meg@MegaCraftyOctober 6, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    YUM, I just bought a big bag of apples- this seems like the perfect thing to do with it!

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  8. MargotSeptember 27, 2012 at 6:42 PM

    Thanks so much for linking up, looks tasty! :)

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