Easy Apple Crisp Recipe: A Comforting Treat (Print Version)
Whip up an Easy Apple Crisp Recipe! This simple dessert brings warm cinnamon apples and a crunchy oat topping. Perfect for cozy evenings.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 65 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Apple Filling
01 -
6 medium apples (mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Crisp Topping
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup rolled oats (not instant)
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1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ For Serving (Optional)
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Vanilla ice cream
14 -
Freshly whipped cream
15 -
Caramel sauce
# Instructions:
01 -
Peel, core, and slice your apples into roughly 1/2-inch pieces. Honestly, this is the longest part! I usually have a podcast on for this step. Toss them in a large bowl with both sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Give it a good stir until every apple slice is coated. This is where the magic starts to happen, you can already smell the spices!
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In another bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the topping. Now, here's the fun part: cut in the cold butter using your fingers or a pastry blender. You want crumbly bits, not a smooth dough. I always get my hands messy here, it’s part of the fun! It should look like coarse crumbs, almost like wet sand.
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Pour your spiced apple mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Try to spread it evenly. Then, sprinkle that glorious crumbly topping all over the apples. Don’t press it down too much, we want air for maximum crispiness! I sometimes leave little gaps, honestly, just because I'm not that precise. This step truly makes it an Easy Apple Crisp Recipe.
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Pop your dish into a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C). Let it bake for about 40-50 minutes. You’ll know it's ready when the topping is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling up around the edges. Oh, the smell that fills your kitchen at this point is just incredible – pure autumn bliss!
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Once it’s out of the oven, let your Easy Apple Crisp Recipe cool for at least 15-20 minutes. This gives the filling a chance to set up a bit, preventing it from being too runny. I always try to wait, but usually end up digging in after 5 minutes. Who can resist that aroma? It’s a challenge, honestly!
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Serve scoops of your warm apple crisp with a generous dollop of vanilla ice cream or a cloud of whipped cream. This Easy Apple Crisp Recipe is best enjoyed while it’s still warm, honestly. The contrast of hot and cold is just perfection. Enjoy every single bite!
# Notes:
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Always use cold butter for the topping – it’s the secret to that perfect crumbly texture, trust me!
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Leftovers are best reheated in the oven, microwaving makes the topping soggy, learned that the hard way.
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If you're out of one apple type, a mix of any sweet and tart apples usually works out, just adjust sugar slightly.
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Serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla bean ice cream; the hot and cold contrast is heavenly.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
9x13 inch baking dish
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large mixing bowls
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pastry blender (optional)
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peeler
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knife
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 350
Total Fat: 15g
Total Carbohydrate: 55g
Protein: 3g