Description
Cinnamon Apple Crisp is a warm, comforting dessert featuring tender spiced apples with a crispy oat topping. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this fall treat is perfect for any occasion. Serve it with vanilla ice cream for a delicious, cozy indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling:
- Apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji), peeled and sliced
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Lemon juice
- Cornstarch
For the Crisp Topping:
- Old-fashioned oats
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples. In a large bowl, mix the apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish.
- Make the Topping: In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add the melted butter and stir until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Assemble: Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apple mixture.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the crisp cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Customize with nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.
- Try mixing in other fruits like pears, peaches, or berries for variety.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free oats and flour.
- You can make this ahead and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
