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Apple Crisp

Irresistible Apple Crisp with Warm Brown Sugar-Oat Topping

This apple crisp, featuring warm spiced apples and a brown sugar-oat topping, is a must-try dessert that embodies comfort and nostalgia.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Topping
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Swap for gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Oats Quick oats can be used for a slightly different texture.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Can be substituted with granulated sugar.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use coconut oil for a dairy-free alternative.
For the Filling
  • 6 cups Peeled and Thinly Sliced Apples Honeycrisp and Fuji are excellent choices.
  • 1/2 cup Apple Juice Consider orange juice for a zesty twist.
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on the sweetness of the apples.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For Serving
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Ice Cream Enhances the dessert experience.
  • to taste Caramel Sauce Optional drizzle for added sweetness!

Equipment

  • 9-inch deep dish pie plate
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Recipe Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch deep dish pie plate or a 9x9 square baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, old-fashioned oats, light brown sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir in the melted unsalted butter and refrigerate for about 15 minutes.
  3. Toss the peeled and thinly sliced apples with apple juice, granulated sugar, a bit of flour, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the apple mixture into your prepared baking dish. Crumble the chilled topping over the apples.
  5. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes.
  6. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 4gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze after it has cooled completely.

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