Grilled Apples with Dessert Granola

For the topping:
Mix the chopped almonds, almond cookies, brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon together. Melt butter in a skillet over low heat, and cook granola about 5 minutes, or until the sugar is melted. Set aside and let cool to room temperature.

For the whipped cream:
In a medium bowl, beat heavy cream on medium speed until thickened. Halfway through beating, add sugar and vanilla. Chill.

For the apples:
Preheat a panini press. Slice 2 gala apples apples about 1/8 inch thick and place on the panini press. Sprinkle with cinnamon and cook a couple minutes until golden.

To assemble the dessert, stack apple slices, then top with whipped cream and dessert granola. Serve while the apples are still warm!