Description

This Most Amazing Apple Crisp recipe brings together tender, cinnamon-spiced apples topped with a buttery, crunchy oat topping baked to golden perfection. Easy to prepare and perfect for cozy desserts, this apple crisp delivers warm, comforting flavors and a delightful texture contrast. Serve it warm on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Ingredients

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For the Apple Filling

6 to 8 medium apples, peeled and sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Crisp Topping

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the apple crisp.
Prepare the Apple Mixture: In a large bowl, toss the peeled and sliced apples with lemon juice, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract until well coated to create a flavorful fruit filling.
Arrange Apples in Baking Dish: Spread the apple mixture evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish to allow for even cooking and bubbling.
Make the Crisp Topping: In another bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the texture becomes crumbly and clumps together slightly.
Add Topping to Apples: Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apple layer and gently press it down to form an even crust.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping turns golden brown and the apples underneath are bubbling hot and tender.
Cool Slightly: Remove from oven and let the apple crisp cool for 10 to 15 minutes to set and make serving easier.
Serve: Serve warm, optionally paired with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream to enhance the dessert’s richness.

Notes

Choose firm apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji for the best texture and balance of tartness and sweetness.
Peeling the apples is optional; leaving the peel on adds extra texture and nutrients.
The lemon juice prevents the apples from browning and adds a slight tang that balances sweetness.
For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or oat flour.
Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently before serving.
To add extra crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts on top before baking.