The Best Apple Crisp
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The Best Apple Crisp
Description
The Best Apple Crisp features fresh sliced apples tossed with sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract as the base. The topping is a blend of flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and melted butter, which bakes into a golden, crunchy crust. Baking until the fruit is soft and the topping turns golden brown results in a dessert with a tender filling beneath a slightly crisp, sweet layer. The warmth and spice balance well with optional cold accompaniments like vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce for a pleasing combination.
Preparation involves evenly slicing the apples for uniform cooking and mixing the topping ingredients until crumbly before spreading it over the fruit. Baking at a moderate temperature ensures the apples soften without the topping over-browning prematurely. Adding chopped nuts to the topping is a possible variation, though nut allergies should be considered.
This dessert is typically served warm, which enhances the flavors and texture contrasts. Cooling slightly before serving helps the filling set enough for easier portioning. Serving suggestions include topping with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or drizzling with caramel. The recipe's nature makes it suited for fall and winter gatherings or anytime you want a fulfilling baked fruit dessert that balances softness and crispness effectively.
If the topping begins to brown too fast while baking, loosely covering the dish with aluminum foil can prevent burning while the fruit finishes cooking. Being mindful of uniform apple slices promotes even texture. Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently to maintain the crisp topping.
Ingredients
Filling:
- 5 cups apples sliced, fresh
- 1/2 cup sugar granulated white
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup old fashioned oats
- 2/3 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup butter melted, 1/2 stick
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a deep dish pie plate or large baking dish with butter or cooking spray and set aside.
- Combine the sliced apples with the sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a large bowl and mix until all of the apples are evenly coated. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate medium size bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Pour in the melted butter and stir until well coated and crumbly. Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the top of the apples.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes until fruit is soft and the topping is golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream on top. Enjoy!
Notes
- Slice apples uniformly about 1/2 inch thick for even baking; chopping into large chunks is also acceptable but keep size consistent.
- Cover the baking dish loosely with foil if topping browns too quickly before the apples are cooked through.
- Optionally add chopped pecans or walnuts to the topping unless avoiding nuts due to allergy.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce for added richness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 253 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 253kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 130mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 129mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 39g | 78% |
| Vitamin A | 219IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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