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Classic Apple Crisp: 5-Step Easy Dessert

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A reliable, warm, and comforting apple crisp with a golden, crunchy oat topping and tender spiced fruit filling. This easy recipe uses simple pantry ingredients for a perfect balance of tart apples and sweet, buttery crumble.

Ingredients

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  • 6–7 medium apples (mixed tart and sweet, such as Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), peeled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Peel, core, and slice apples into uniform 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick pieces.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss sliced apples with granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
  4. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine oats, flour, 3/4 cup brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
  6. Cut the butter into small cubes and add to the dry ingredients. Work the butter into the mix using your fingers or a pastry cutter until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized chunks.
  7. Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and juices are bubbling. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 15-20 minutes before serving to allow juices to thicken.

Notes

Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to prevent mushiness. Do not skip the cornstarch to avoid a watery bottom. Let the crisp cool for at least 15 minutes before serving to ensure the filling sets. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: apple crisp, oat topping, easy dessert, comfort food, fall recipes, gluten-free option, dairy-free option

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