Simple Apple Crisp Recipe
This Simple Apple Crisp recipe is a classic dessert that showcases the natural sweetness of apples with a delicious crumbly topping. It’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion, especially during the fall season. Here’s how to prepare it:
Ingredients
- 6 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Golden Delicious), peeled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish.
- Prepare the Apples: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples with granulated sugar, lemon juice, and ½ teaspoon of cinnamon. Toss until the apples are evenly coated. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Topping: In another bowl, mix together the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, remaining ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Add the cold diced butter to this mixture.
- Combine Topping Ingredients: Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Assemble: Evenly spread the topping over the apple mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 40-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbly.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Tips
- Feel free to mix different types of apples for added flavor.
- You can add nuts like walnuts or pecans to the topping for extra crunch.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Enjoy your homemade apple crisp!