# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Fruit Layer
01 - 5 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
03 - 3 tablespoons brown sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - Pinch of salt
→ Ricotta Mixture
07 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
08 - 2 tablespoons honey
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - Zest of 1 lemon
→ Granola Topping
11 - 1 1/2 cups granola containing nuts and seeds
12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
13 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish or equivalent.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced apples with lemon juice, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Transfer and distribute evenly in the prepared baking dish.
03 - In a separate bowl, blend ricotta cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth. Spoon dollops over apple layer and gently spread to cover most of the fruit.
04 - In another bowl, combine granola, melted butter, and maple syrup. Mix thoroughly to coat. Scatter the mixture evenly across the ricotta layer.
05 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until granola achieves a golden color and apples soften. Remove from oven.
06 - Allow to cool for a minimum of 10 minutes before serving. Present warm or at room temperature.
