Quick Description
This apple crisp is a classic fall dessert with tender baked apples, cinnamon, and a sweet, buttery crumb topping. It’s perfect for a cozy dessert or to serve during the holidays, and can easily be paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Servings & Timing
- Servings: 6–8
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour
Ingredients List
For the Apple Filling:
- 6 cups apples (about 6 medium apples, peeled and sliced)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
For the Crumble Topping:
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar (packed)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Apple Filling
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, and cornstarch. Toss to coat evenly.
- Transfer the apple mixture into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish (or similar size).
2. Make the Crumble Topping
- In a medium bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Stir to combine.
- Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingers, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple mixture in the baking dish.
3. Bake the Apple Crisp
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender and bubbling.
- If the topping begins to brown too quickly, loosely cover the dish with foil and continue baking.
4. Serve
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Optionally, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce, or whipped cream.
- Enjoy alongside a cup of hot tea or coffee for a cozy treat.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store leftover apple crisp in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10–15 minutes until warmed through.
- Freezer: Freeze the crisp in an airtight container for up to 2 months. To reheat, bake from frozen at 350°F for 45–50 minutes.
Tips & Variations
- Vegan Version: Use vegan butter in the topping and substitute maple syrup for the sugar.
- Extra Crunch: Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the crumble topping for added texture.
- Different Fruits: Add pears or berries to the apples for a mixed-fruit crisp.
