
The fragrant spices in this apple crisp are pure Christmas, and the cornmeal in the topping adds a rustic touch.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 8 servings
Ingredients
Topping:
Filling:
Preparation
For topping:
Step 1
Toast aniseed in small skillet over medium heat until slightly darker in color, about 3 minutes. Place seeds in processor. Add next 5 ingredients; blend 5 seconds. Add butter; blend, using on/off turns, until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Transfer mixture to large bowl. Drizzle egg over and stir until ingredients are evenly moistened.
For filling:
Step 2
Preheat oven to 375°F. Combine first 8 ingredients in large bowl; stir to blend. Add apples and lemon juice; toss to blend. Transfer filling to 11x7x2- inch glass baking dish (or other shallow 2-quart baking dish).
Step 3
Crumble topping finely over filling. Bake dessert until apples are tender, juices bubble thickly, and topping is crisp and golden, about 1 hour. Cool 15 minutes. Serve crisp warm with gelato.
Step 4
*Sold at some supermarkets and at natural foods stores and Italian markets.