Classic Apple Crisp
Classic Apple Crisp is a heartwarming blend of tender apples and crunchy oat topping, perfect for fall gatherings or quiet evenings at home. This easy recipe delivers a cozy, nostalgic dessert that’s simple to make and endlessly comforting.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 6 cups about 5–6 medium apples, peeled and sliced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ⅓ cup 65 g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tsp cornstarch
For the Crisp Topping
- ¾ cup 75 g old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup 60 g all-purpose flour
- ½ cup 100 g brown sugar (light or dark)
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup 115 g unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- Optional: ½ cup 60 g chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
Prep Apples
- I peel and slice 6 cups apples into ¼-inch pieces, tossing with 2 tbsp lemon juice to prevent browning. I add ⅓ cup sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp nutmeg, and 2 tsp cornstarch, stirring to coat. I spread into a greased 8×8-inch dish for this easy recipe.
Make Crisp Topping
- In a bowl, I mix ¾ cup oats, ½ cup flour, ½ cup brown sugar, ½ tsp cinnamon, and ¼ tsp salt. I work in ½ cup cold butter with a pastry cutter until crumbly, adding ½ cup nuts if using, for this cozy fall dessert.
Assemble and Bake
- I sprinkle the topping over the apples evenly, keeping it loose for crispiness. I bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–50 minutes until golden and bubbling for this crisp fruit treat. I cover with foil if browning too fast.
Cool and Serve
- I cool the crisp for 10–15 minutes to thicken the juices for this Classic Apple Crisp, then serve warm for a cozy fall dessert.