Rustic Apple Crisp Pie: Easy & Delightful (Print Version)

Bake a delightful Apple Crisp Pie with a buttery oat topping. This easy recipe brings warm, comforting flavors to your table.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 50 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 70 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients for Apple Crisp Pie Filling

01 - 6-8 cups (about 6 medium) apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith & Honeycrisp mix preferred)
02 - ½ cup granulated sugar
03 - ¼ cup all-purpose flour
04 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

→ Crisp Topping for Apple Crisp Pie

07 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
08 - ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
09 - ½ cup all-purpose flour
10 - ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
11 - Pinch of salt

→ Finishing Touches for Apple Crisp Pie

12 - Vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - First off, get those apples ready. Peel, core, and slice them into about half-inch thick pieces. I usually aim for around 6-8 cups. Toss them in a big bowl with the granulated sugar, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Give it a good stir, making sure every apple slice gets coated. You want that lovely spice smell filling your kitchen already!
02 - Next, grab your favorite 9-inch pie dish. I usually butter mine a bit, just for good measure, though the apples don't typically stick. Pour the apple mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly. You'll see those beautiful spices clinging to the apples. It might look a little piled up, but trust me, they'll cook down beautifully.
03 - In another bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown sugar, flour, and that pinch of salt for your topping. Now, cut in your cold butter. I use my fingers, squishing it all together until it looks like coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter still visible. This is where the magic happens for that perfect crunch! Don't overmix, or it'll get tough.
04 - Sprinkle that glorious crisp topping evenly over the apples in your pie dish. Make sure you get good coverage! Pop it into a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C). I always set a timer for 40 minutes, but honestly, it usually takes a bit longer, maybe 50-60 minutes.
05 - You'll know your Apple Crisp Pie is ready when the topping is golden brown and bubbly, and you can see the apple filling peeking through, thick and syrupy. If the topping starts to brown too quickly, just loosely tent it with some foil. I've definitely burned a topping or two by not paying attention!
06 - This is the hardest part, but so important! Let the pie cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before serving. This lets the filling set up properly. I know, the smell is intoxicating, but resist! Then scoop it warm, maybe with a generous dollop of vanilla ice cream. Pure bliss, I tell you.

# Notes:

01 - Cold butter is your secret weapon for a truly crumbly, delicious crisp topping—don't skip this step!
02 - For best results, store any leftovers in the fridge, covered, and reheat in the oven to re-crisp the topping.
03 - No Granny Smiths? A mix of any firm, tart, and sweet apples will work, like Gala and Fuji, just adjust sugar to taste.
04 - Serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla bean ice cream; the contrast is just out of this world.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - 9-inch pie dish
02 - large mixing bowls
03 - vegetable peeler
04 - knife
05 - cutting board

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 350 kcal
Total Fat: 18g
Total Carbohydrate: 45g
Protein: 3g

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