Apple Crisp Recipe
This easy apple crisp is the ultimate cozy dessert—featuring tender, spiced apples under a buttery oat crumble that's perfectly crisp. Ideal for fall evenings or holiday gatherings!
Ingredients
Spiced Apples
- 6 Golden Delicious apples, peeled and chopped Can substitute with Honeycrisp, Granny Smith or Fuji
- 2 tablespoons white sugar Adds light sweetness
- 0.75 teaspoon ground cinnamon Gives warm flavor
- 1.5 teaspoons lemon juice Keeps apples bright
Crisp Topping
- 1 cup light brown sugar Adds caramel flavor
- 0.75 cup rolled oats Quick oats work too
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour Helps topping stay crisp
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds spice to topping
- 1 pinch kosher salt Balances sweetness
- 0.5 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed Cold butter is essential
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish and set aside.
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, toss chopped apples with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Spread into the baking dish.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar, oats, flour, cinnamon, salt, and cold butter. Use a pastry cutter or forks to form crumbs.
- Step 4: Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples. Gently press it down to form a uniform layer.
- Step 5: Bake for 40-50 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbly. Cover loosely with foil if browning too fast.
- Step 6: Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
Swap flour for gluten-free blend for a GF version. Use plant-based butter for a dairy-free/vegan option. Stir in nuts for extra crunch. Leave oats out for a crumble-style topping.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 253 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Potassium: 129 mg
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 39 g
- Vitamin A: 219 IU
- Vitamin C: 4 mg
- Calcium: 25 mg