- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Servings: 6 to 8
- Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories 1172, Total Fat 86 g, Saturated Fat 35 g, Carbohydrates 81 g, Dietary Fiber 7 g, Sugar 56 g, Protein 22 g, Cholesterol 158 mg, Sodium 257 mg
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Active Time: 50 minutes
Crumble:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup peanut oil
Apples:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 ounces moonshine
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 3 large Pink Lady apples, cored and sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
Filling:
- 1 pound cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
Special Equipment:
A large trifle dish
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350F (175C) and get ready to create a dessert that layers irresistible flavors.
- Make the crumble: In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, chopped roasted peanuts, granulated sugar, and peanut oil. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and bake until golden and crisp, about 15 minutes. Cool completelythis crunchy topping will elevate every bite.
- Saut the apples: While the crumble bakes, melt butter in an enameled cast-iron skillet over medium heat until golden, about 2 minutes. In a bowl, toss apple slices with moonshine, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. Add to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and tender, 8 to 12 minutes. Cool fully for that boozy, spiced perfection.
- Prepare the filling: In a stand mixer with paddle attachment, beat softened cream cheese, peanut butter, confectioners' sugar, and milk until silky smooth. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks in a separate bowl, then fold two-thirds into the peanut butter mixture. Reserve the rest for a fluffy garnish.
- Assemble with flair: Start with one-third of the apples in the trifle dish, followed by one-third crumble and half the filling. Repeat layers once. Top with remaining apples, reserved whipped cream, and final crumble sprinkle.
- Cover and chill until servingthis stunning trifle will wow your guests with its creamy, crunchy, moonshine-kissed delight. For fun, assemble in individual dishes too!
Indulge in this decadent treat that blends sautd apples, nutty crumble, and velvety peanut butter filling for an unforgettable crowd-pleaser.
