Description
A classic American dessert, Apple Crisp features tender baked apples topped with a sweet, buttery oat crumble. This easy-to-make recipe combines warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg with a crunchy oat topping for a comforting and satisfying treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Apple Filling
- 10 cups apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- ½ cup white sugar
- 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ cup water
Crisp Topping
- 1 cup quick-cooking oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ cup butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Apples: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the peeled, cored, and sliced apples evenly in a 2-2.5 quart or 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Mix Sugar and Spices: In a mixing bowl, whisk together white sugar, 1 tablespoon of flour, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until thoroughly combined. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the apples in the baking dish.
- Add Water: Pour ¼ cup of water evenly over the apple and sugar mixture to help the filling bake and stay moist.
- Prepare Crisp Topping: In another bowl, combine quick-cooking oats, 1 cup all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and melted butter. Mix well until crumbly and evenly blended.
- Assemble and Bake: Sprinkle the oat crumble mixture evenly over the apples in the baking dish, covering completely. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until topping is golden brown and apples are tender.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the apple crisp from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor balance, such as Granny Smith and Fuji.
- The water added helps steam the apples while baking, keeping them moist and tender.
- You can serve apple crisp with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent dessert.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
