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Apple Crisp with Oat Topping

Apple Crisp with Oat Topping

This Apple Crisp with Oat Topping is a cozy and comforting dessert featuring tender baked tart apples beneath a perfectly crunchy, sweet, and lightly spiced oat topping. Easy to prepare with simple pantry ingredients, it delivers a warm and inviting flavor with notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, making it a perfect treat for family gatherings or a solo indulgence, especially when paired with vanilla ice cream.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Apple Filling

  • 6 cups fresh apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, divided

Oat Topping

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small chunks (or coconut oil/vegan butter for vegan option)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples into even, medium-thick pieces. Toss them in a bowl with lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and half of the brown sugar to coat evenly and prevent browning. Spread this mixture evenly into a greased baking dish.
  2. Make the oat topping: In a separate bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, remaining brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut the cold butter into small chunks and mix it into the dry ingredients using your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Assemble and bake: Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples in the baking dish. Place the dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, until the topping is golden and the apple juices are bubbling around the edges.
  4. Cool and serve: Let the apple crisp cool for about 10 minutes to thicken up. Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

  • Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to ensure the filling stays tender but intact.
  • Do not skip the lemon juice; it keeps the apples vibrant and brightens the flavors.
  • Use cold butter when preparing the oat topping for the best crumbly, crisp texture.
  • Slice apples uniformly for even cooking.
  • Allow the crisp to rest slightly before serving so the filling thickens perfectly.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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