Apple Crisp Recipe

Apple Crisp Recipe

Warm, cozy, and full of classic fall flavor this apple crisp recipe combines tender cinnamon-spiced apples with a buttery brown sugar oat topping. It’s easier than pie yet just as comforting, making it perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday desserts. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate treat.

apple crisp recipe with oatmeal
apple crisp recipe with oatmeal

Ingredients

For the Filling:

  • 8 medium apples (peeled and chopped into 1-inch chunks)
  • ½ cup packed light or dark brown sugar
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the Topping:

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup packed light or dark brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

Directions / How to Cook

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine apples, brown sugar, flour, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until apples are evenly coated. Spread the mixture into the prepared baking pan.
  • In another bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Cut in the cold butter using a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
  • Stir in the oats and mix gently.
  • Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apple filling.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  • Let it cool for at least 5 minutes before serving.
  • Serve warm, plain, or with vanilla ice cream.
apple crisp recipe with oats
apple crisp recipe with oats

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8–10
Yield: One 9×13-inch pan