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The BEST Apple Crisp

Our favorite Apple Crisp recipe is made with Granny Smith apples and a delicious oatmeal crumb topping. It's irresistible!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 382 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Crumble Topping:
  • 2/3 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup salted butter , cut into small pieces
Apple filling:
  • 3-4 large Granny Smith apples* , peeled and thinly sliced
  • 3 Tablespoons salted butter , melted
  • 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3 Tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
For serving (optional):
  • vanilla ice cream
  • Homemade Caramel Sauce

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Crumble Toppings: In a medium size bowl combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and baking powder. Add butter and cut in with a pastry blender or fork until well combined. Refrigerate while you prepare the apple filling.
  3. Apple Filling: (I use a Johnny Apple Peeler to peel, core and slice the apples all at once.) In a small bowl stir together melted butter and flour until smooth. Add lemon juice, milk and vanilla and stir. Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour butter mixture over apples and toss to coat.
  4. Bake: Pour apple mixture into an 8x8-inch baking dish and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle crumble topping evenly over the apples. Bake for about 35 minutes or until golden brown and top is set. Remove from oven cool at least 15 minutes before serving.
  5. Serve with vanilla ice cream and homemade caramel sauce, if desired.

Notes

  • Apples: Granny Smith, Gala apples, Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious, or any tart apple work great for baking. But, really any kind of apples will work for apple crisp.
  • Make Ahead Instructions:  Make the apple filling as instructed but add an extra splash of lemon juice to keep the apples from turning brown. Store in an air-tight container, in the fridge, for up to one day. Make the crumb topping and store separately in the fridge.
  • Freezing Instructions: Prepare and bake apple crisp as directed. Cool completely, then cover with a double layer of aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then warm in a 350°F oven for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.
  • Gluten Free Apple Crisp: Substitute Gluten-free flour and oats.
  • Apple Crisp Without Oats: Omit the oats and add an extra 1/3 cup flour and 1/3 cup brown sugar.
  • Crockpot Apple Crisp: Place prepared apple filling in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add crumble topping. Place a few paper towels on top of the oat topping, to keep condensation from the lid from making the topping soggy. Cook on high for 3-4 hours, or low for 6-8 hours until apples are tender.
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  • Dutch Apple pie: Pour the apple filling into an unbaked pie shell. Add the crumb topping on top. Bake for about 45 minutes, until apples are tender. Cool for 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 382kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 57g (19%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Cholesterol 42mg (14%) Sodium 64mg (3%) Potassium 235mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 38g (76%) Vitamin A 560IU (11%) Vitamin C 6.1mg (7%) Calcium 63mg (6%) Iron 1.2mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 382

% Daily Value*

Calories 382kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 57g 19%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 42mg 14%
Sodium 64mg 3%
Potassium 235mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 38g 76%
Vitamin A 560IU 11%
Vitamin C 6.1mg 7%
Calcium 63mg 6%
Iron 1.2mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.