This Old Fashioned Apple Crisp is a timeless dessert that’s bursting with warm cinnamon apples and topped with a buttery, golden oat crumble. Simple, nostalgic, and absolutely irresistible, it’s the perfect comfort dessert for fall — or any time you want your kitchen to smell amazing. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate treat.
Ingredients Â
For the Filling:
- 6 –7 medium apples Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg optional
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the Topping:
- ¾ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar light or dark
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cut into small cubes
InstructionsÂ
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin slices. Place them in a large bowl.
- Add granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and lemon juice to the apples. Toss gently until evenly coated.
- Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the cold butter cubes and blend with your fingertips or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apple mixture.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat in the oven for best results.
Use a mix of tart and sweet apples (like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp) for the best flavor balance.
Keep butter cold while preparing the topping for a perfectly crumbly texture.
Add chopped nuts or a drizzle of caramel sauce for extra crunch and flavor.
To make gluten-free, use a certified gluten-free flour blend and oats.
