Cozy Fall Apple Crisp Recipe
This Cozy Fall Apple Crisp is a simple, comforting classic dessert perfect for the autumn season. It features tender, spiced baked apples topped with a sweet, crunchy crumble made from flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cold butter. The recipe is quick to prep—just 15 minutes—with an easy layering and baking process that yields a warm, satisfying treat perfect for serving with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Apple Filling
- 6 medium apples (about 2.5 lbs), peeled, cored, and sliced (about 1/2 inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Crumble Topping
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (optional, for extra texture)
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the apple crisp once assembled.
- Prepare the Apples: In a large bowl, toss the peeled, cored, and sliced apples with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. This prevents browning and adds a slight tang that balances the sweetness.
- Make the Crumble Topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, rolled oats (if using), brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until combined. Add the cold butter pieces, and using a pastry blender, fingers, or fork, cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in nuts if using.
- Assemble the Crisp: Pour the lemon-coated apple slices into an 8×8 inch baking dish or a similar-sized pie plate. Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples, making sure to cover the edges thoroughly for an even crunch.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes. The crisp is ready when the topping is a beautiful golden brown and the apples are tender and bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the apple crisp to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm on its own, or for an extra indulgence, serve with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Notes
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.
- Use a mix of apple varieties (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Fuji) for a complex sweet-tart flavor.
- Adjust the spices to your taste—feel free to add more cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.
- If you want to avoid oats, simply omit them; you can add a bit more flour or sugar to compensate.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheat gently.
- You can prepare the apple slices and crumble topping separately a day ahead for convenience.
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