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Homemade apple crisp with golden oat topping served with ice cream.

Easy Homemade Apple Crisp Recipe

This Easy Homemade Apple Crisp Recipe is a cozy fall dessert made with tender, cinnamon-spiced apples topped with a buttery oat crumble. It’s warm, comforting, and perfectly sweet everything you love about apple pie but so much simpler to make! Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate homemade treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the apple filling:

  • 6 medium apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour

For the crisp topping:

  • 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions  

Step 1: Prep the Apples

  • Peel, core, and slice your apples into 1/4-inch slices.
  • Toss them in sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and a bit of flour.
  • Spread evenly in a greased baking dish.

Step 2: Make the Crisp Topping

  • In a mixing bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt.
  • Cut in the butter using a fork or pastry cutter until crumbly.
  • Sprinkle evenly over the apples.

Step 3: Bake

  • Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the apples are bubbling.

Step 4: Serve Warm

  • Let it cool for 10 minutes.
  • Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

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Notes

📝 Notes

  • Apple Choice: Use a mix of tart and sweet apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp for the best flavor balance.
  • Oats Tip: Old-fashioned oats give the topping a nice crunch — avoid instant oats as they become too soft.
  • Sweetness Level: Adjust sugar based on your apple variety. Tart apples need a bit more, while sweeter apples need less.
  • Serving Suggestion: Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for that cozy fall dessert feel.
  • Make Ahead: You can prep the crumble topping in advance and refrigerate it for up to 2 days before baking.
  • Storage: Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

🍽️ Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 280 kcal  | 
Carbohydrates: 46 g  | 
Fiber: 4 g  | 
Sugars: 32 g  | 
Protein: 3 g  | 
Fat: 10 g  | 
Saturated Fat: 6 g  | 
Cholesterol: 25 mg  | 
Sodium: 85 mg  | 
Potassium: 190 mg  | 
Calcium: 35 mg  | 
Iron: 1.2 mg
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