2 1/2 cup biscuit mix, bisquick
4 oz cheddar, sharp, shredded
2/3 cup milk
1/3 cup butter, melted ------apple toppin
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
3 tsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp cinnamon, ground
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup water
4 cup apples, peeled,cored, sliced ----
1 heavy cream, whipped
Directions
Heat the oven to 425 degrees F. Combine the biscuit mix and the
cheddar cheese then stir in the milk and butter. Spread the dough
into two greased 8-inch layer pans and bake in the preheated oven for
20 minutes. Combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and salt in
a large saucepan. Stir in the water and cook until clear and
thickened. Att the apples, cover and simmer until the apples are
tender. Spoon half of the apple mixture over one layer. Top with
the second layer and remaining apples. Serve warm with whipped cream
for a topping.
Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: Apple; Cake; Cheese; Dessert; Fruit
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