A classic apple crisp with tender, tart apples and a buttery cinnamon crumb topping, perfect for fall baking and holidays.
Author:Sarah Peterson
Prep Time:20 min
Cook Time:40 min
Total Time:60 min
Yield:6-8 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
6 medium tart apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
1/2 cup rolled oats (not instant)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter a 9-inch pie plate or a 9-inch cast iron skillet.
In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup flour, brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt.
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender, your fingertips, or two forks until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the rolled oats.
Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apples.
Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender and bubbly.
Let the crisp cool for at least 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
For a make-ahead dessert, prepare the crisp up to the point of baking, cover, and refrigerate. Bake when ready, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
This recipe is a great option for Thanksgiving desserts.