Classic Easy Apple Crisp Dessert
This classic apple crisp features tender, spiced apples topped with a sweet, buttery oat crumble. It's an easy-to-make dessert perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- oven
- baking dish
- large bowl
- medium bowl
- pastry blender or fingertips
- foil (optional)
Ingredients
Apple Filling
- 4-5 about 2 lbs medium apples such as Granny Smith, Fuji, Honeycrisp, or a mix
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed preferred
- a pinch salt
Crisp Topping
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats not instant oats
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cubed cold
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8x8 or 9x9 inch baking dish.
- Peel, core, and slice apples into 1/4-inch thick pieces, then toss them with brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl.
Make the Topping
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Assemble & Bake
- Pour the apple mixture into the baking dish and sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until golden brown and bubbling; tent with foil if browning too quickly.
- Cool for at least 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of ground ginger to the apple filling. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.