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A close-up view of the golden, crunchy oat topping on a homemade apple crisp. The texture is perfectly crisp and inviting.
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Apple Crisp Recipe (The Only One You'll Ever Need)

The best apple crisp recipe featuring a warm, gooey apple filling and a perfectly crunchy oat topping. This easy, foolproof dessert is a fall classic that your family will ask for again and again.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Apple Filling
  • 6-7 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced Use a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
Crisp Topping
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup cold salted butter, cut into cubes

Equipment

  • 1 8x8 or 9x9 inch baking dish
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Pastry cutter (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8x8 inch or 9x9 inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare the apples: Peel, core, and slice your apples into about 1/4-inch thick slices. Place them in a large bowl and toss gently with the lemon juice.
  3. Mix the filling: In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/4 cup of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Sprinkle this mixture over the apples and toss until they are evenly coated. Pour the apples into your prepared baking dish.
  4. Make the topping: In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, 1 cup of flour, 1 cup of brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Add the cold, cubed butter. Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Assemble and Bake: Sprinkle the topping mixture evenly over the apples. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the fruit filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  6. Rest and Serve: Let the apple crisp cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalProtein: 4gFat: 15gFiber: 5g

Notes

Serving Suggestion: This apple crisp is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dollop of fresh whipped cream.
Make-Ahead Tip: You can prepare the filling and topping separately and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Assemble just before baking.
Variations: Add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the topping for extra crunch and nutty flavor.
Keyword apple crisp,apple dessert,easy apple crisp

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