The Best Apple Crisp Recipe
This classic apple crisp recipe features tender, cinnamon-spiced baked apples topped with a buttery oat crumble. Perfectly golden and warm, it makes a comforting dessert that pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream.
- Author: Bella
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Apple Filling
- 5 cups fresh apples, sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1/3 cup old fashioned oats
- 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, melted
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a deep dish pie plate or a large baking dish using butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Apple Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples with granulated sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Toss well to coat all the apple slices evenly. Then, transfer this mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Crumble Topping: In a medium bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, old fashioned oats, packed brown sugar, salt, and additional cinnamon. Pour the melted butter over this dry mixture and stir until everything is well coated and crumbly.
- Assemble and Bake: Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apple filling in the baking dish. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the apples are soft and the topping is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, allow the apple crisp to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, ideally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent finish. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balance of sweet and tangy flavor.
- The crumble topping can be made ahead and stored in the fridge before baking.
- For a nuttier texture, add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the topping.
- The dessert pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
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