Description
This classic Apple Crisp recipe combines tender, cinnamon-spiced Granny Smith apples with a buttery, crunchy oat topping baked to golden perfection. Ideal for a comforting dessert, this dish is easy to prepare and perfect for serving warm with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Mixture
- 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 and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Apple Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the sliced Granny Smith apples, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Gently stir everything together until the apples are evenly coated with the sugar and cinnamon mixture. Set aside.
- Prepare Crisp Mixture: In a separate 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 unsalted butter. Use your hands or a fork to incorporate the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs.
- Assemble Crisp: Spread 3 cups of the crisp mixture evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish and press down firmly to form a base layer. Pour the apple mixture evenly over this crisp base and gently press down with a spatula. Then, sprinkle the remaining crisp mixture evenly on top of the apples to complete the topping.
- Bake: Place the assembled apple crisp uncovered in the preheated oven. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the apple filling is bubbling and the topping turns a golden brown color.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, let the apple crisp cool slightly before serving. It is best enjoyed warm, especially when paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Using Granny Smith apples adds a tart flavor and keeps the apples firm during baking.
- Cold butter is essential for creating the crisp topping’s texture; avoid melting it before mixing.
- For extra depth of flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of vanilla extract to the apple mixture.
- If you prefer, substitute quick oats with old-fashioned rolled oats for a chewier texture.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
