They will be coming from all over with gifts, flowers, and yes…their appetites. Not to worry! Straight from the chefs of Monarch Landing is this easy, quick, and delicious dessert. It’s sure to be a family crowd pleaser—especially with the grandkids.

Apple Cobbler with Streusel Topping

Serves 4

Filling:

• 5 cups tart apples, peeled and sliced
• 3⁄4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1⁄4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon butter, softened

Topping:

• 1⁄2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened

In a medium bowl, mix together apples,sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, vanilla, and water. Spoon apple mixture into a lightly buttered 9- inch square baking pan. Dot apples with 1 tablespoon butter.

Combine all topping ingredients and mix together until crumbs form. Sprinkle topping over apple mixture.

Bake 35 to 40 minutes at 375°F or until apples are tender. Serve warm with cream or ice cream.