Description
This classic apple crisp is a warm, comforting dessert perfect for showcasing fresh apples with a crunchy, buttery oat topping. Baked to golden perfection, it pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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Filling:
- 5 cups fresh apples, sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1/3 cup old fashioned oats
- 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a deep dish pie plate or a large baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking, then set aside.
- Make the Filling. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Toss well to ensure the apples are evenly coated with the mixture, then pour the filling into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare the Topping. In a separate medium bowl, mix together the flour, old fashioned oats, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture becomes crumbly and well-coated.
- Assemble and Bake. Sprinkle the crumbly topping evenly over the apple filling. Place the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 60 minutes, until the fruit is soft and the topping is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve. Allow the apple crisp to cool slightly before serving. For the best experience, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Notes
- Slice apples evenly to ensure uniform cooking; aim for slices about 1/2 inch thick or chop into uniform chunks.
- To prevent over-browning, loosely cover the crisp with aluminum foil if the topping browns too quickly but the apples are not yet tender.
- For added texture and flavor, consider mixing chopped pecans or walnuts into the topping, unless nut allergies are a concern.
- This apple crisp pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce for serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/8 of recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
