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A delicious homemade Apple Crisp with a golden brown topping, ready to be enjoyed as a comforting dessert.
Lady Maria

Easy Apple Crisp

This easy apple crisp recipe delivers the perfect balance of tender, sweet apples and a crunchy, buttery topping. It's a simple and foolproof method for achieving apple crisp perfection every time, with a delightful blend of textures and flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6-8 medium apples such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • Pastry blender or fingers
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Peeler
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Apples: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, lemon juice, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and water. Toss to coat evenly.
  2. Assemble the Crisp: Pour the apple mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Make the Topping: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Top and Bake: Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apple mixture. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 30-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
  5. Cool and Serve: Let the crisp cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

Notes

For best results, use cold butter and don't overmix the topping. A combination of tart and sweet apples provides the best flavor. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can reheat the crisp in the oven or microwave. For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of salt to the apple filling. Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream are excellent accompaniments.