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The Ultimate Easy & Classic Apple Crisp: Tender Spiced Apples with the Perfect Crunchy Oat Topping

A close-up shot of a generous slice of apple crisp showing tender, spiced apples beneath a thick, golden-brown, crunchy topping.
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Make this simple, comforting apple crisp featuring tender, spiced apples beneath a buttery, crunchy oat topping. It is a foolproof dessert perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats (not instant)
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss gently until the apples are evenly coated.
  3. Spread the apple mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the topping ingredients: 1/2 cup flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and salt.
  5. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining. Do not overmix.
  6. Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apple mixture in the baking dish.
  7. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crisp, and the apple filling is bubbly and tender when pierced with a fork.
  8. Let the crisp cool for at least 15 minutes before serving warm.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use firm apples that hold their shape during baking.
  • Serve this dessert warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of heavy cream.
  • If the topping browns too quickly, loosely cover the dish with aluminum foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.

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