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The Best Classic Apple Crisp Recipe with a Buttery, Crunchy Oat Topping

Close-up of a freshly baked apple crisp recipe with a thick, golden-brown oat crumble topping.
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This easy apple crisp recipe delivers tender, juicy apples under a perfect buttery oat topping. It is the ultimate warm comfort food dessert for any autumn evening.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large baking apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced about 1/4 inch thick
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for filling)
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or a 9-inch pie plate.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, lemon juice, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1/4 cup flour. Toss gently until the apples are evenly coated.
  3. Spread the apple mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. This creates your tender, juicy apple base.
  4. Prepare the topping: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the oats, brown sugar, 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Cut the cold butter into the dry topping mixture using a pastry blender or your fingertips. Work quickly until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining. This is key for a buttery crumble topping.
  6. Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the apples, covering them completely.
  7. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crisp, and the apple filling is bubbling around the edges.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before serving warm. Serve with vanilla ice cream for the best experience.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, use a mix of tart and sweet apples.
  • If you prefer a softer topping, you can mix the topping ingredients with a fork instead of your hands to keep the butter colder longer.
  • This dessert is excellent served warm, which is why it is a favorite comfort food baking item.

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