Classic Apple Crisp
This cozy apple crisp is made with tender baked apples, warm cinnamon, and a buttery oat topping. It’s the perfect dessert for fall, holidays, or anytime you crave a comforting treat.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- 9x13 Baking Dish
- Whisk
- Oven
Ingredients
Apple Filling
- 6 cups apples peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
Crisp Topping
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- ½ cup unsalted butter cold, cut into cubes
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish lightly with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Toss until evenly coated and transfer to the baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and use a pastry cutter or fingers to mix until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the apples, covering them completely.
- Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Best enjoyed warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
For extra crunch, add chopped pecans or walnuts to the topping. You can also substitute pears for apples or mix both for a twist.