Apple Brown Betty

Apple Brown Betty is a classic American baked dessert, traditionally made with layers of sweetened, spiced apples and buttered breadcrumbs or cubes. It originated in New England and is considered a rustic, comforting cousin to apple crisp or cobbler.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the fruit, sugar, and butter. A standard serving provides dietary fiber from the apples and a rough calorie ballpark of 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	2.5 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	32 g
Sodium	150 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Vitamin C	8 mg
Vitamin A	120 IU
Calcium	30 mg
Iron	0.8 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Phosphorus	40 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a historic dish dating back to at least the 19th century, named for a folk character. Nutritionally, its use of breadcrumbs instead of a pastry crust offers a lighter texture and a different carbohydrate profile than many fruit pies.