Description
This Old Fashioned Easy Apple Crisp is a timeless dessert that combines tender spiced apples with a crunchy, buttery oat topping. With warm cinnamon flavors and a hint of lemon, this easy-to-make apple crisp is the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce for an extra treat!
Ingredients
Ingredients
For the Spiced Apples:
- 6 golden delicious apples, peeled and chopped (or sliced)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- ¾ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1½ tsp lemon juice
For the Crisp Topping:
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ¾ cup old-fashioned oats
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of kosher salt
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter, diced into small cubes
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Prepare the Apple Filling – In a mixing bowl, toss the chopped apples with granulated sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Topping – In another bowl, mix brown sugar, oats, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Add the diced butter and mix with a pastry cutter or hands until the mixture forms pea-sized crumbs.
- Assemble & Bake – Spread the topping evenly over the apples and lightly press down. Bake for 40–50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve – Enjoy warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Apple Variety: Try Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji for a different flavor.
- Make It Nutty: Add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Warm in the oven at 350°F for 10–15 minutes or microwave individual servings for 20–30 seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
