6medium baking apples(2-3 different varieties is nice, but use what you like)
2Tablespoonseach Grand Marnier and Frangelico
1Tablespoongranulated sugar(I used Sugar in the Raw)
½teaspoonapple pie spice(cinnamon/nutmeg/allspice)
healthy pinch of salt
For the Streusel
1cupdark brown sugar(does not have to be packed down, just scooped and leveled)
½cupall purpose flour
½cuptoasted hazelnuts, chopped finely (optional)
¼cuprolled oats
heavy pinch of salt
¼teaspoonapple pie spice(cinnamon/nutmeg/allspice)
½cupbutter, softened
Instructions
For the Apples
Peel, core and slice apples into about 1/4" slices and put in a 2 quart baking dish.
Add the rest of the ingredients and toss everything together evenly.
For the Streusel
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl.
Work the butter in with a pastry blender or your fingers until no longer sandy but almost like cookie dough.
Break the streusel up into small pieces and spread evenly on top of the apples.
To Bake
Preheat your oven to 350F and put a rack in the middle position.
Bake the crisp for 45 minutes to an hour, or until the streusel is nicely browned and the juices are bubbling.
Let cool slightly before serving. Top portions with sour cream (my preference), slightly sweetened whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, depending on how sweet you like things.