Classic Apple Crisp

Classic Apple Crisp

Experience the warm, comforting embrace of this Classic Apple Crisp, a timeless dessert that marries the tartness of fresh apples with the sweet crunchiness of a cinnamon oat topping. Each bite takes you on a nostalgic trip back to Grandma's kitchen, where this dessert was a staple during the harvest season. The delightful contrast of flavors and textures makes this a perfect finale to any meal, and it pairs excellently with a dollop of vanilla ice cream for added decadence!

Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • Unsalted butter (1/2 cup, cold and cubed)
  • Salt (1/4 teaspoon)
  • Ground cinnamon (1 teaspoon)
  • All-purpose flour (1/2 cup)
  • Brown sugar (1/2 cup)
  • Old-fashioned oats (1 cup)
  • Lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
  • Granulated sugar (1/4 cup)
  • Apples (6 cups, peeled, cored, and sliced)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of the all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of the ground cinnamon, and the lemon juice. Toss until the apples are evenly coated. Set this aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the oats, brown sugar, remaining flour, remaining cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the oat mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Spread the apple mixture evenly in a greased baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the oat topping over the apples.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
  7. Serve warm. For an extra touch of indulgence, top each serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Dietary Information

Servings: 6 • Dish Type: Dessert • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 40 minutes • Calories: 350 • Fat: 12g • Carbs: 58g • Protein: 3g • Sodium: 100mg • Sugar: 36g