Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
22 oz

apple pie filling

canned

1 cup

quick cooking oats

0.5 cup

butter

melted

0.5 cup

brown sugar

packed

0.25 cup

flour

1 tsp

cinnamon

ground

0.5 tsp

nutmeg

ground

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Spread apple pie filling evenly in an 8-inch square pan.

Step 3
~4 min

In a mixing bowl, combine quick cooking oats, melted butter, packed brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 4
~4 min

Mix the dry ingredients until well combined and crumbly.

Step 5
~4 min

Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the apple pie filling.

Step 6
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Step 7
~4 min

Let cool slightly before serving.

Step 8
~4 min

Serve plain or top with vanilla ice cream.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the topping for extra crunch.

Use a combination of apples for a more complex flavor.

A dash of lemon juice can enhance the apple flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The topping can be prepared a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (cinnamon and apple)
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm

Top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream

Serve with a drizzle of caramel sauce

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream
Caramel sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A classic American dessert, often served during fall and winter holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Holiday
Fall
Winter

Popularity Score

70/100