Description
A classic Apple Crisp recipe featuring tart Granny Smith apples baked under a buttery, cinnamon-spiced oat topping. This comforting dessert is perfect for cozy gatherings and served best warm with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Filling
- 10 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (about 10 cups)
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Crisp Topping
- 2 cups quick oats
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups packed light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup (2 sticks / 227g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish by greasing it thoroughly with nonstick cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Mix Apple Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced Granny Smith apples with 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Gently toss to evenly coat all apple slices in the sugar and spice mixture. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Prepare Crisp Topping: In a medium bowl, mix together 2 cups quick oats, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 cups packed light brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon. Add the cold, cubed butter pieces. Using your hands or a fork, incorporate the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs.
- Assemble Crisp: Evenly spread 3 cups of the oat topping mixture over the bottom of the prepared baking dish, pressing it down firmly to form a base layer. Pour the apple mixture evenly over this base and gently press down with a spatula to compact the fruit. Finally, sprinkle the remaining oat topping mixture over the apples to cover completely.
- Bake: Place the assembled apple crisp uncovered into the preheated oven. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until the apple filling is bubbly and the oat topping is golden brown and crisp.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the apple crisp to cool slightly before serving. Best enjoyed warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top for added creaminess and flavor.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of nutmeg to the apple mixture.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweetness and optimal texture.
- Make sure the butter is very cold to achieve a crumbly topping texture.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave and stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and ensure oats are certified gluten-free.
