Description
This Easy Apple Crisp is a warm, comforting dessert featuring tender cinnamon-spiced apples baked under a buttery oat topping. Perfect for autumn or anytime you want a classic, homestyle dessert that’s simple to prepare and sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Filling
- 3 pounds apples (Granny Smith and Pink Lady recommended), peeled, cored, and chopped into 1-inch chunks
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Crisp Topping
- ½ cup unsalted butter (or melted coconut oil for vegan option)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 flour/almond flour)
- ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 13×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Apple Filling: Peel, core, and chop the apples into 1-inch chunks for even baking and texture.
- Mix Apple Filling: In a large bowl, combine the chopped apples with granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, cornstarch, and ground cinnamon. Stir well until the apples are fully coated with the mixture.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish, ensuring a uniform layer for consistent baking.
- Make the Crisp Topping: Melt the unsalted butter (or coconut oil if making vegan). In a separate bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine Topping Ingredients: Pour the melted butter over the dry ingredients and stir until the topping forms a crumbly texture.
- Assemble & Bake: Sprinkle the crisp topping evenly over the apple filling. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbly. If the topping browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil to prevent burning.
- Cool & Serve: Remove the crisp from the oven and let it rest for at least 15 minutes to set before serving.
- Enjoy: Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce for an extra indulgence.
Notes
- Use a mix of tart and sweet apples like Granny Smith and Pink Lady for balanced flavor and texture.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with melted coconut oil.
- To make gluten-free, use a gluten-free 1:1 flour blend or almond flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- If the topping browns too fast, covering loosely with foil during baking will prevent burning.
- Letting the crisp rest after baking allows the filling to thicken and makes serving easier.
- This dessert pairs perfectly with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
