Description
This classic apple crisp features a perfect balance of tart, tender Granny Smith apples and a buttery, golden-brown oat topping. By using fresh orchard apples and simple pantry staples, this reliable dessert delivers a satisfying crunch and warm cinnamon notes. It is the ultimate comfort food for autumn gatherings, designed to highlight the natural flavor of the fruit without being overly sweet. Every bite offers a delightful contrast in texture, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
6 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for fruit)
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Peel, core, and slice the apples into uniform quarter-inch thick pieces.
In a large bowl, toss the apple slices with lemon juice and a dash of cinnamon.
Spread the apple mixture evenly into a greased 9×9 inch baking dish.
In a separate medium bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Cut the cold, cubed butter into the dry mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
Sprinkle the topping mixture evenly over the prepared apples.
Bake for 45 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit juices are bubbling.
Notes
Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a drizzle of heavy cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees to restore the crispness of the topping.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Summer Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg