Step 1

Put 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Core and chop the apples, leaving the skin on.

Step 3

Add the apples to the butter and cook, stirring frequently and adding water 1 tablespoon at a time if the pan starts to look dry, until the apples are tender, 5 to 10 minutes.

Step 4

Put 7 tablespoons butter in another large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

When the butter is melted, add the nuts, rolled oats, shredded coconut, brown sugar, ground cinnamon and a pinch of salt; toss to coat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the topping is golden and crisp, 6 to 8 minutes.

Step 6

When the fruit is soft, divide it among serving bowls. Scatter the topping over the fruit and serve.