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Close-up of a golden brown, bubbly classic apple crisp served warm in a baking dish.

Classic Apple Crisp


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This easy classic apple crisp recipe features tender, spiced apple filling topped with a buttery, crunchy oat crumble – the perfect comforting dessert for any occasion.


Ingredients

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6-8 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix), peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4-inch thickn1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust based on apple sweetness)n1/4 cup packed light brown sugarn1 tablespoon all-purpose flourn1 teaspoon ground cinnamonn1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegn1 tablespoon lemon juicen1 cup all-purpose flourn1/2 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned, not instant)n1/2 cup packed light brown sugarn1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonn1/4 teaspoon saltn1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes


Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.nStep 2: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss gently until the apples are evenly coated. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.nStep 3: To make the topping, in a separate medium bowl, combine 1 cup flour, rolled oats, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.nStep 4: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry topping ingredients. Use your fingertips, a pastry blender, or a fork to cut the butter into the mixture until coarse crumbs form and the butter is evenly distributed. Some larger clumps are desirable for a crispier topping.nStep 5: Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the apple mixture in the baking dish.nStep 6: Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbly and tender when pierced with a fork. If the topping browns too quickly, you can lightly tent it with aluminum foil.nStep 7: Remove from the oven and let it cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to set slightly. Serve warm, preferably with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

For an extra depth of flavor, consider adding a pinch of ground ginger or cardamom to the apple filling. If you like a nuttier topping, add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the crumble mixture. Ensure your apples are firm to prevent them from becoming mushy during baking.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg