Description
This Old-Fashioned Baked Apple Cheese Casserole combines tender, juicy apples with a rich cheddar cheese topping for a nostalgic dessert that is both sweet and savory. Baked to a golden brown perfection, this comforting casserole is easy to prepare and perfect for family gatherings or a cozy treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Fat and Cheese
- 1/4 cup cold butter
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Fruit and Liquids
- 7 medium apples, peeled and sliced
- 6 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350° F to ensure it is at the perfect temperature for baking the casserole evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, stir together 3/4 cup sugar, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 cup flour until well combined.
- Cut in Butter: Cube the cold 1/4 cup butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut it into the flour mixture until coarse crumbs form, resembling biscuit dough.
- Add Cheese: Combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese with the flour and butter mixture, mixing thoroughly and set this cheese topping aside.
- Prepare Apples: In a large bowl, toss the peeled and sliced apples with 6 tbsp water and 1 tbsp lemon juice to coat the slices and prevent browning.
- Arrange Apples in Dish: Butter a 9×13 inch baking dish and layer the apples evenly along the bottom.
- Add Cheese Mixture: Evenly sprinkle the cheese mixture over the apples and gently press down to create a compact topping.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake at 350° F for 40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve the casserole warm to enjoy the melty cheese with tender apples.
Notes
- Using sharp cheddar cheese creates a delicious contrast with the sweetness of the apples.
- Make sure the butter is cold before cutting it into the flour to achieve a crumbly topping texture.
- You can substitute Granny Smith apples or another tart variety to balance the sweetness.
- Serve this casserole as a dessert or a comforting brunch dish.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
