Easy Apple Crisp Recipe
A warm, comforting dessert with tender cinnamon-spiced apples and a buttery oat topping, perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling:
- 6 medium apples peeled and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
For the Crisp Topping:
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats or gluten-free oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour or almond flour for gluten-free
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted (or coconut oil for vegan)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel and slice apples into 1/4-inch wedges. Toss with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour in a large bowl. Spread into a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pour in melted butter and vanilla (if using), stirring until crumbly.
- Sprinkle topping evenly over apples, pressing lightly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, until topping is golden and apples are bubbling.
- Cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Substitutions: Use coconut oil for vegan or almond flour for gluten-free. Try pears for a twist.
- Spicy Kick: Add 1/4 tsp cayenne or ginger for extra flavor.
- Serving: Drizzle with caramel sauce for a decadent touch.