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    How do you fix a watery apple crisp after baking?
    Maria Short is a Baker and the Owner of Short N Sweet Bakery & Cafe in Hilo, Hawaii. With over 24 years of experience, she specializes in specialty desserts and wedding cakes. She graduated from L’Academie de Cuisine’s Pastry Arts Program with honors and studied at Baltimore International Culinary College. In 2019, Maria competed in the 6th season of the Food Network’s Holiday Baking Championship. In 2010, she had a cake named one of “America’s Most Beautiful Cakes” by Brides magazine.
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    Take the topping off and drain some of the extra juices from the pan. You can even stick the topping in the oven for a few minutes to let it re-crisp before putting it back on your apple filling.
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    Does butter need to be cold for crumble?
    Maria Short is a Baker and the Owner of Short N Sweet Bakery & Cafe in Hilo, Hawaii. With over 24 years of experience, she specializes in specialty desserts and wedding cakes. She graduated from L’Academie de Cuisine’s Pastry Arts Program with honors and studied at Baltimore International Culinary College. In 2019, Maria competed in the 6th season of the Food Network’s Holiday Baking Championship. In 2010, she had a cake named one of “America’s Most Beautiful Cakes” by Brides magazine.
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    Definitely! The butter needs to be very, very cold so that it stays in chunks when you incorporate it, which gives you a crumbly shortbread texture.
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    Should I cover an apple crisp while it is cooking?
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    It isn't necessary to cover the apple crisp while it is cooking. If you want a nice, crispy brown layer on the top, then yes, you should cover it.
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    I am baking apple crisp in the afternoon and serving it that evening. Should I leave it out at room temperature or refrigerate it until I serve it? Should I cover it?
    Amy Swanson
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    This depends on whether you'd like to serve it hot or cold. It is probably best to place in the fridge to ensure that the freshness is preserved. You should cover it to prevent any other scents or tastes from being absorbed into the crisp. If you are serving it heated, just reheat for a few minutes in the oven.
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