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Celebrate National Apple Betty Day on Oct 5th by indulging in this classic dessert! This delicious treat has been around since the 1700s and is a mix of apples, butter, sugar and spices. It's often served with cream or ice cream which provides a rich creamy flavour to complement the sweet apples. Apple Betty is an easy-to-make, classic dish that will make your taste buds sing - so don't forget to celebrate it on October 5th!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1864</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Recipe Publication</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first known recipe for Apple Betty is published in "The Apple Cook Book" during the American Civil War.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1903</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Popularity Increase</div><div class='timeline-text'>Apple Betty grows in popularity as apple farming becomes more widespread in the USA, making apples a readily available ingredient.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World War II</div><div class='timeline-text'>Apple Betty is promoted as a patriotic dessert during World War II due to rationing of ingredients and apples being plentiful.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>American Classic</div><div class='timeline-text'>After the war ends, Apple Betty retains its popularity and becomes known as a classic American dessert.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Food Days Emergence</div><div class='timeline-text'>As part of a series of "national food days," Apple Betty receives its own dedicated day on October 5th, celebrating the beloved dessert nationally.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake an apple betty</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Apple betty is a classic American dessert that is simple and easy to make. Just layer your apples in a baking pan with butter, sugar, and spices, top them with buttered breadcrumbs, and bake until golden brown. Enjoy!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit an orchard</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to your local apple orchard to pick the best apples for your Apple Betty. Getting outside and connecting with nature can be a great way to celebrate. Plus, you’ll have fresh apples for your dessert.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host an apple betty potluck</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over and ask everyone to bring their favorite apple betty recipe. You can all enjoy the variety of recipes and exchange tips on how to make the best Apple Betty.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw an apple party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a themed party complete with decorations, activities, and of course - apple desserts! Get creative by incorporating different types of apples into dishes like salads, sandwiches, smoothies, or mini pies.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make an Apple Betty ice cream sundae</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Top your favorite vanilla ice cream with chopped apples, caramel sauce, crushed graham crackers and a scoop of whipped cream for a delicious twist on the traditional Apple Betty.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a classic comfort food</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Apple Betty has been a popular dessert for centuries, and it's not hard to see why. The sweet apples, the crunchy crumble topping, and the cinnamon sugar mixture make this dish an absolute delight that's sure to please adults and children alike!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's easy to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Apple Betty is one of those recipes that everyone can get in on - it only requires a few simple ingredients, most of which you probably already have in your pantry. Plus, it comes together with minimal effort - just mix everything together, throw it in a baking dish, and bake until golden brown!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's delicious when enjoyed warm</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There's nothing quite as wonderful as taking a big spoonful of Apple Betty right out of the oven. It's the perfect way to cap off any meal and is sure to become a staple in your home after one bite! Enjoyed best with rich vanilla ice cream or freshly whipped cream, Apple Betty is truly an unbeatable treat!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Thomas Jefferson sampled Apple Betty</h3><p id='' class='facts-content'>Third US President Thomas Jefferson was known to be a fan of this dessert. It's even mentioned in his cookbooks, adding a slice of American history to the dish.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Apple Betty has Many Names</h3><p id='' class='facts-content'>This dessert is also known as Apple Pandora, Apple Crisp, Apple Crunch, depending on the regions in the USA. Each name represents slight variations in the recipe.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Abraham Lincoln was a fan of Apple Betty </h3><p id='' class='facts-content'>According to folk tales, Abraham Lincoln once quoted that it was his wife Mary Todd's Apple Betty that won his heart.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>The term 'Betty' refers to a baked pudding </h3><p id='' class='facts-content'>In the 18th and 19th century, the term 'betty' referred to a type of sweet baked pudding made with layers of sugared and spiced fruit and buttered bread crumbs. Apple Betty follows this old definition.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Difference between Apple Betty and Apple Crumble lies in the topping </h3><p id='' class='facts-content'>While Apple Crumble typically uses a streusel topping that includes oats and flour, an Apple Betty topping primarily consists of cookie or bread crumbs, making it crunchier.</p></div></div>
National Apple Betty Day is celebrated on October 5 every year. In 2024, National Apple Betty Day will fall on a Saturday.
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