Introduction
Warm apple crisp topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream is the ultimate comfort dessert. The combination of tender cinnamon-spiced apples and a crunchy, buttery oat topping creates a mouthwatering treat that’s hard to resist. Whether for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion, this classic apple crisp will satisfy your sweet tooth and bring a smile to everyone’s face.
Ingredients
- 6 cups peeled and sliced apples (about 6 medium apples, preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- Vanilla ice cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or similar pan.
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Spread the apple mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter pieces and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples in the baking dish.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbly and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm apple crisp in individual bowls, topped with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tips for the Best Apple Crisp
- Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for balanced flavor and texture.
- Make sure the butter is cold when mixing the topping for a crispier texture.
- Serve immediately with vanilla ice cream for the perfect melty contrast.
- Leftovers can be reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
Ingredients
- 6 cups peeled and sliced apples (about 6 medium apples, preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- Vanilla ice cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or similar pan.
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Spread the apple mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter pieces and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples in the baking dish.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbly and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm apple crisp in individual bowls, topped with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 45 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour
- Servings: 6 servings