Apple Pie Bread

I love quick breads because I love the simplicity of them.  When I saw this recipe on Make Ahead Meals for Busy Moms I couldn't  wait to try it.  My husband loves apple pie so this was sure to be a hit.  Well let me tell you, it smelled divine and tasted just as good.  The bread is moist and dense while the streusel topping is sweet and crumbly...the perfect combination!  This would make a great addition to any breakfast or brunch.

Simply the Best Apple Pear Crisp!

  

I love a good apple crisp!  There is something about the warm sweet apples with that crunchy, buttery oatmeal topping that's so delicious.  I had some pears in the fridge that were going bad (and I hate to waste) so I decided to whip up my favorite apple crisp and toss in the pears with it...talk about delicious!  The fruit goes together nicely, and the topping gets me every time; I love it!  My trick to keeping it nice and crunchy is to make it first then put it in the refrigerator while you prepare your fruit.  This way the butter is nice and cold which makes it perfect.  My recipe is easy to prepare, has simple ingredients and it can be whipped up in no time at all.  I topped mine off with some fresh whipped cream, but a big scoop of vanilla ice cream would be delicious too.  I hope you enjoy!

Sweet Apple Butter Muffins

 

Muffins are the perfect little treat and I love how versatile they are.  This recipe from Gooseberry Patch's newest cookbook 101 Farmhouse Favorites  is one that's streusel topped, filled with apple butter and oh so delicious!  In this new cookbook you can choose from Break of Day Breakfasts, Garden-Fresh Soups & Salads, Family Dinner Favorites, Blue-Ribbon Desserts and Classic Country Canning.  What I love about this book is that every recipe has a big, beautiful picture.  Once I saw the Sweet Apple Butter Muffins I couldn't wait to make them.  They're quick, easy and the perfect little treat for the kids to grab on their way out the door!