CRANBERRY BETTY

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For a tart autumn dessert, this one is hard to beat. We love the way the sweet apples and brown sugar complement the tangy cranberries. Topped with the lemon sauce, it's a winner! -Leona Cullen, Melrose, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups soft bread crumbs
6 tablespoons butter, divided
5 cups sliced peeled tart apples
1 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
LEMON SAUCE:
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Pinch salt
1 cup water
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown the bread crumbs in 3 tablespoons butter. Place half the apples in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Combine the brown sugar and nutmeg; sprinkle half over apples. Top with half of the bread crumbs. Dot with half of the remaining butter. Place the cranberries on top. Layer with remaining apples, brown sugar mixture, bread crumbs and butter. , Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake 15-20 minutes more or until fruit is tender. , For lemon sauce, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt in a saucepan; add water and lemon zest until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice and butter until melted. Serve over warm Cranberry Betty.

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Arman Malik
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This was a great recipe! The betty was moist and flavorful, and the cranberries added a nice tartness. I served it with vanilla ice cream and it was a hit.


Kishor Giri
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This recipe was delicious! The cranberries were tart and juicy, and the crumb topping was crispy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Siuu Cr7
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The betty was gone in minutes. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves cranberries.


Rehmooz
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. I even had people asking for the recipe. It's a keeper!


Ihika Majhi
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This recipe is a winner! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The betty is moist and flavorful, and the cranberries add a nice tartness. I love serving it with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.


Zaryab Zaibe
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the betty turned out great. It was a perfect dessert for a weeknight meal.


Hgf Kht
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This was a great recipe, but I made a few changes. I used fresh cranberries instead of frozen, and I added a teaspoon of cinnamon to the crumb topping. It turned out amazing!


Victory Koru
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I made this recipe for a holiday party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. I even had people asking for the recipe. It's a keeper!


Rele leesky
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I followed the recipe exactly and the betty turned out perfect. It was golden brown and bubbly, and the cranberries were tart and juicy. I served it with vanilla ice cream and it was a hit.


GR ACE
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The betty was gone in minutes. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves cranberries.


Ibsa Cala
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I've never been a big fan of cranberry dishes, but this recipe changed my mind. The betty was moist and flavorful, and the cranberries added a nice tartness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sana shahwani Shahwani
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The combination of sweet and tart cranberries with the crispy crumb topping was perfect. I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit.