Classic Apple Crisp Recipe: Rustic Comfort Dessert (Print Version)

Classic Apple Crisp Recipe - Warm, tender apples under a buttery, spiced oat topping. This homestyle dessert is simple to make and brings pure comfort.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 65 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian

# Ingredients:

→ Crisp Apple Filling

01 - Apples (6-8 medium, about 2.5 lbs)
02 - Granulated Sugar (1/2 cup)
03 - All-Purpose Flour (2 tbsp)
04 - Lemon Juice (1 tbsp)

→ Buttery Oat Topping

05 - Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats (1 cup)
06 - All-Purpose Flour (1/2 cup)
07 - Light Brown Sugar (1/2 cup, packed)
08 - Unsalted Butter (1/2 cup / 1 stick, cold and cubed)

→ Flavor Boosters

09 - Ground Cinnamon (1 tsp)
10 - Ground Nutmeg (1/4 tsp)
11 - Pinch of Salt

→ Serve It Up

12 - Vanilla Ice Cream or Whipped Cream

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grab a 9x13 inch baking dish, or something similar. Now, peel, core, and slice those apples. I aim for about 1/4-inch slices, not too thin, not too thick – you want them to hold their shape but still get tender. Toss them into a big bowl with the granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and the nutmeg. Give it all a good stir until the apples are glistening and evenly coated. This is where the kitchen starts to smell amazing, I swear.
02 - In another bowl, combine the rolled oats, 1/2 cup of flour, brown sugar, a pinch of salt, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon. Whisk it all together until it's well mixed. Now, for the butter! Cut your cold butter into small cubes and use your fingers (or a pastry blender, if you’re fancy) to cut it into the dry ingredients. You’re looking for a crumbly mixture with some pea-sized pieces of butter still visible. I always make a mess at this stage, flour flying everywhere, but that’s part of the fun, right?
03 - Pour your apple mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Then, sprinkle that glorious oat topping all over the apples. Try to get an even layer, ensuring every apple gets some crumbly goodness. Pop the dish into your preheated oven. Honestly, the anticipation during this step is almost unbearable. You’ll start to see the topping turn golden brown and smell that incredible buttery, apple-y aroma filling your kitchen.
04 - Bake for 40-45 minutes. You'll know it's done when the topping is beautifully golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling up around the edges. I usually peek around the 30-minute mark; if the topping is browning too quickly, I loosely tent it with foil. This is a trick I learned after burning the topping more times than I care to admit. You want tender apples, not crunchy ones!
05 - Once it's out of the oven, resist the urge to dig in immediately (I know, it's hard!). Let the Classic Apple Crisp Recipe cool for at least 15-20 minutes on a wire rack. This allows the filling to set up a bit and prevents you from burning your tongue. Plus, the flavors really meld and deepen as it cools slightly. I always try to wait, but usually fail after about 5 minutes.
06 - Dish out generous portions of your warm Classic Apple Crisp Recipe. For the ultimate experience, serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream that slowly melts into the warm apples and crisp topping. Or, a dollop of fresh whipped cream works wonders too. The combination of warm, tender apples and the sweet, crunchy topping is just pure comfort. Enjoy every single bite!

# Notes:

01 - Don't overmix the topping; just combine until crumbly for the best texture.
02 - For crispy topping, tent with foil if it's browning too fast – learned that the hard way!
03 - Let it rest for 15-20 minutes after baking; it helps the filling set and deepens the flavors.
04 - Serving warm with a cold scoop of vanilla ice cream is truly the only way to go, for me.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - 9x13 inch baking dish
02 - large mixing bowls
03 - paring knife
04 - whisk
05 - pastry blender (optional)
06 - wire rack

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 350 Calories
Total Fat: 15g
Total Carbohydrate: 55g
Protein: 3g

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