Apple Miso Crisp

Apple Miso Crisp

You might not expect apples and miso to belong in a dessert. The miso gives just enough salt and umami to make the apples taste caramelized and more complex - similar to salted caramel - with a little more surprise and incredibly satisfying.

Makes 4 (6 ounce) ramekins

For the apples:

• 2 pounds (900g) granny smith apples, peeled and chopped into ½ inch pieces (1.21 cm)

• 2 tablespoons (25g)brown sugar

• 2 tablespoons (35g)white miso

• 1 tablespoon (10g) cornstarch

• 1 teaspoon (5ml) lemon juice

For the topping:

• ¾ cup (70g) rolled oats

• ¾ cup (90g) whole wheat flour

• 2 tablespoons (25g) brown sugar

• ½ teaspoon (1g) cinnamon

• 6 tablespoons (3 ounces/85g) butter, melted

Preheat the oven to 375˚F/190˚C

For the apples:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the apples, brown sugar, and miso; mix together until the miso has coated the apples completely. 

2. Add the cornstarch and lemon juice to the apple mixture and toss to combine. 

3. Divide this mixture evenly between 4 (6 ounce) ramekins.

For the topping:

1. In a medium bowl, combine oats, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

2. Stir in the melted butter and mix until completely combined. 

  Assembly and baking:

1. Divide and sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples in each ramekin.

2. Bake for about 30 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbly and syrupy.

3. Remove from the oven and cool slightly before serving.

   
   

Serving suggestion: Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.