Description
This classic Apple Crisp recipe features tender, cinnamon-spiced apples topped with a buttery, oat crumble. Baked to golden perfection, it’s a comforting dessert perfect for any season, best served warm and optionally paired with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
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Apple Filling
- 8 cups peeled and thinly sliced fresh apples
- ½ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (divided)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Crisp Topping
- ½ cup + ½ cup flour (1 cup total, divided as 2 tablespoons and ½ cup)
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, room temperature
- 1 ¾ cup old-fashioned oats
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Butter a 9×9 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking, then set it aside for the next step.
- Mix the apple filling: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and thinly sliced apples with granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt. Toss everything together until the apples are evenly coated. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Prepare the crisp topping: In the same large bowl used for the apples, cream together the brown sugar, remaining ½ cup flour, softened butter, and remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon until the mixture is wet and clumpy. Then add the old-fashioned oats and stir or use your hands to combine everything into a coarse, crumbly texture.
- Assemble and bake: Evenly crumble the oat topping over the apple filling in the pan. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the topping turns a light golden color around the edges and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool and serve: Remove the apple crisp from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes to cool and set slightly. Serve warm on its own or topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith or a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor and texture.
- You can substitute granulated sugar with brown sugar in the apple filling for a richer taste.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free oats and flour alternatives.
- Letting the crisp rest after baking helps the filling thicken and makes it easier to serve.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple crisp, apple dessert, crumble, baked apple dessert, cinnamon apple, oat topping
