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    Homemade Apple Crisp

    Modified: Oct 20, 2022 · Published: Sep 23, 2019 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

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    Apple crisp is one of my favorite apple desserts and this Homemade Apple Crisp is one that we make often during apple season. It is on the best easy apple recipes I have ever made.

    The apples are spiced and cooked to perfection and the crumbly topping gives it just the right amount of crunch. Top this with some ice cream and prepare for dessert heaven! If you love caramel with your apples, try our Toffee Apple Dip. So good!

    apple crisp in blue pan

    If you don't have apples on hand, but do have berries, you can still enjoy a yummy crisp with this Triple Berry Crisp recipe!

    Jump to:
    • ⭐Why this recipe works
    • 🥣Ingredients
    • 📋Step by Step Instructions
    • 👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips
    • 🤷🏻‍♀️Recipe FAQs
    • 🍏Related Apple Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe

    ⭐Why this recipe works

    • Easier to make than apple pie and just as tasty.
    • It's amazing topped with vanilla ice cream.
    • Perfect spiced dessert for fall.

    🥣Ingredients

    • Apples - We used Granny Smith. Peel, core, and slice apples
    • Granulated sugar - Adds sweetness to the dish and pairs well with the tartness of the apples.
    • All-purpose flour - Used in the oat topping.
    • Cinnamon and nutmeg - I love the rich fall flavors these spices bring to the apple crisp.
    • Oats - I use quick oats for this recipe. You can use old-fashioned oats as well but avoid steel-cut oats.
    • Light brown sugar - Adds to the richness of flavor of the dish.
    • Butter - Helps to create the crunchy topping.

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    📋Step by Step Instructions

    STEP 1: Before you start assembling your ingredients, you'll want to preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Peel, core, and slice 5 apples. This tool makes it super easy.

    sliced apples on plate

    STEP 2: Pour the sliced apples into a 9x13 inch baking dish or a square baking dish. Combine the white sugar, ½ teaspoon of flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl and sprinkle over the apples. Stir together so that the sugar mixture is evenly distributed.

    apples with cinnamon sugar

    STEP 3: To make the oat topping - the best part of apple crisp - combine the oats with ½ cup flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and melted butter.

    brown sugar flour and cinnamon

    STEP 4: Use a fork to mix these ingredients together until they form crumbs.

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    STEP 5: Cover the apple filling with the crumble mixture.

    apple crisp in a blue pan

    STEP 6: Bake this easy apple crumble at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes.

    apple crisp with vanilla ice cream

    The warm spiced apples that have been cooked to perfection and the crisp, sweet toppings, make this the best apple crisp recipe that I have ever tried. If you love easy desserts, this is for you!

    apple crisp in white bowl topped with vanilla ice cream

    👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips

    Tip 1: If you want to do this simple apple crisp right, you'll serve it warm and topped with quality vanilla ice cream. If you want a little extra goodness, drizzle some caramel sauce on top.

    Tip 2: If you prefer a nuttier taste, you can add ½ cup of chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts) when you are making the oat topping.

    Tip 3: If you want to take apple crisp on the go, try this Apple Crisp Bars Recipe.

    🤷🏻‍♀️Recipe FAQs

    What are the best apples to make apple crisp?

    You can use a variety of apples but the ones that work best are Granny Smith apples, Jonagold, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn. You want to make sure to use an apple that will not turn mushy when baked.

    Should you peel apples for apple crisp?

    Yes. Peeling the apples gives the apple crumble a better texture. It also makes it easier to eat.

    How do you store apple crisp?

    Place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. To reheat apple crisp you can place it in the microwave for 30 seconds.

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    📖 Recipe

    Easy Apple Crisp Recipe

    Vicky
    We make this Easy Apple Crisp Recipe often during apple season. The apples are spiced and cooked to perfection and the crumbly topping gives it just the right amount of crunch.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 30 minutes mins
    Cook Time 45 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 321 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 5 cups apples peeled, cored and sliced
    • ½ cup sugar
    • ½ teaspoon flour
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

    For crumble

    • ½ cup quick cooking oats
    • ½ cup flour
    • ½ cup brown sugar
    • ⅛ teaspoon baking powder
    • ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¼ cup melted butter

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
    • Peel, core and slice 5 apples.
    • Place the sliced apples in a 9x13 inch baking dish or a square baking dish.
    • Combine the white sugar, ½ teaspoon of flour, cinnamon and nutmeg
      and sprinkle over apples. Stir together so that the sugar mixture is evenly distributed.
    • To make the crumble topping, combine the oats with ½ cup flour,
      brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda and melted butter together.
    • Use a fork to mix these ingredients together until they form a crumble.
    • Cover the apples with the crumble mixture.
    • Bake the apple crisp at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes.
    • Optional - serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

    Notes

    • What are the best apples for apple crisp? You can use a variety of apples but the ones that work best are Granny Smith apples, Jonagold, Honeycrisp and Braeburn. You want to make sure to use an apple that will not turn mushy when baked.
    • If you want to do this simple apple crisp right, you'll serve it warm and topped with quality vanilla ice cream. If you want a little extra goodness, drizzle some caramel sauce on top.
    • This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 321kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 101mgPotassium: 181mgFiber: 4gSugar: 45gVitamin A: 293IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Neha says

      September 23, 2019 at 11:27 am

      Such a fantastic crisp recipe on first official day of fall! Definitely trying it out.

      Reply
    2. Caroline says

      September 23, 2019 at 9:49 am

      5 stars
      Such a classic dessert, so comforting and a great way to use some in-season apples.

      Reply
    3. Lisa | Garlic & Zest says

      September 23, 2019 at 9:41 am

      5 stars
      Nothing better than a homemade apple crisp for dessert. In fact, I prefer this to chocolate, anytime!

      Reply
    4. Edyta says

      September 23, 2019 at 9:40 am

      5 stars
      Apple crisp is my favorite fall dessert. This recipe is delicious and easy to follow. I'll be making it often this season.

      Reply
    5. Rebecca says

      September 23, 2019 at 9:35 am

      5 stars
      I LOVE apple crisp! can't wait to make some

      Reply
    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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