Description
A cozy, simple apple crisp that’s easy to pull together and perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a last-minute dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups apples, peeled and sliced (about 4–5 medium)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup cold butter, cut into small cubes
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish (9×13 or similar).
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well coated. Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and oats. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work the cold butter into the dry mix until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
- Scatter the crumb topping over the apples, keeping it loose so it crisps up in the oven.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the topping turns golden and the filling bubbles at the edges.
- Let rest for about 10 minutes, then serve warm. Top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Choose firm baking apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp so the slices hold their shape.
- Taste the apples first — if they’re very tart, add a little more sugar; if they’re very sweet, reduce it.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 325°F for 10–15 minutes to revive the crisp topping.
- For extra crunch, stir ½ cup chopped nuts or 1 cup granola into the topping before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert