Description
This classic apple crisp recipe highlights tender, cinnamon-spiced apples topped with a crunchy, buttery oat topping. Perfectly baked until bubbling and caramelized, this dessert pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a cozy, comforting treat.
Ingredients
Apple Filling
- 10 cups all-purpose apples, peeled, cored and sliced
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons water
Crisp Topping
- 1 cup quick-cooking oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Make Apple Filling: Place the sliced apples in a 9x13-inch baking dish. In a separate bowl, mix the white sugar, 1 tablespoon of flour, and ground cinnamon together, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the apples. Pour 3 tablespoons of water over the apples to keep them moist during baking.
- Create the Crisp Topping: In a large bowl, combine the quick-cooking oats, 1 cup flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. Add the melted butter and mix with a fork until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Assemble the Crisp: Evenly sprinkle the crumbly oat topping over the apple mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the apple filling is bubbling and the topping is golden brown, crisp, and caramelized around the edges.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Serve warm, optionally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for best flavor contrast with the sweet topping.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on the sweetness of your apples.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- You can make this dessert ahead and refrigerate; reheat before serving.
- Optional add-ins: chopped nuts or a pinch of nutmeg in the topping for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
