Easy Apple Crisp

There’s nothing quite like the aroma of this Easy Apple Crisp baking in the oven with its warm cinnamon-spiced apples and golden, buttery oat topping. This classic dessert is simple and satisfying, perfect for cozy evenings with family and friends or holiday gatherings. Whether served on its own or paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, apple crisp brings together the natural sweetness of fresh apples and a crispy oat topping, making it a classic favorite dessert to serve for all seasons.

Ingredients to Make Easy Apple Crisp Recipe

There’s just something comforting and nostalgic about a warm dish of apple crisp fresh out of the oven. It’s the kind of dessert that makes you feel like you’re sitting at your grandma’s kitchen table, enjoying lively chatter and sippin’ on a glass of sweet tea. This recipe is filled with tender apples, dusted with ground cinnamon and brown sugar, baked until bubbly and tender underneath that buttery oat topping. It’s simple, soul-satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser, especially when you top it with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream that melts into all that cinnamon apple goodness. Apple crisp isn’t just dessert, it’s tradition, and brings a taste of home to dessert.

Checkout this quick list of ingredients you’ll need to gather to make Apple Crisp with Oats Recipe: (Scroll down for full printable recipe card.)

• Apples – 6 large granny smith apples (you can use other varieties) peeled and sliced.
• Sugar – Granulated sugar for sweetness.
• Spices – Ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg give the apples a warm and cozy flavor.
• Liquid – Honey or maple syrup for moisture, plus lemon juice to balance the flavor.
• Crisp Topping –  Light brown sugar, all purpose flour, old fashioned or quick cooking oats (not instant oats), ground cinnamon and cold butter.

How to Make the BEST Apple Crisp Recipe

• Heat Oven and Prepare Dish – Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
• Prep the Apple Filling – Combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir with a large spoon until the apples are evenly coated. Pour into the dish.
• Make the Streusel Topping – Combine the bron sugar, flour, oats and cinnamon. Cut the butter into the mixture using a pastry blender by hand until the ingredients are all combined and form a crumbly texture resembling pea-sized crumbs.
• Combine – Sprinkle the oat-crumble mixture evenly over the apples in the baking dish.
• Oven – Bake per the recipe until the apples are tender and the crumble is golden brown and crispy on top.
• Serve immediately topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Kitchen Equipment to Make Easy Apple Crisp Recipe

• Square 9×9-inch baking dish or cake pan.
• Measuring cups and spoons.
• Apple Corer, sharp knife and chopping board.
• Large bowl, medium bowl and a large spoon for stirring the apples.
• Pastry cutter or two forks for blending the butter with the dry mixture.

Recipe Variations, Tips and Substitutions

• Apples – Granny Smith apples are able to maintain their integrity when baking which is why they’re classic when making apple pie. I chose them for the same reason for this crisp recipe. You could also use braeburn apples, honeycrisp apples, pink lady or gala apples. Any tart apples will also work.
• Nuts – You can add chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel topping.
• Butter – You can use unsalted butter for the topping. When doing so, add 1/4 teaspoon salt to balance the taste.
• Gluten-Free Flour – You could adapt this recipe using almond flour.
• Apple Pie Spice – You can use 2 teaspoons of apple pie spice in place of cinnamon and nutmeg in the apple mixture.
• Lemon Zest – You could add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest or lemon juice for a hint of citrus flavor.
• Serving Options – Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream, with a generous dollop of whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce, maple syrup, or enjoy all in its own for breakfast. Your secrets’ safe with me!

Storage and Leftovers

• Leftovers – Allow the apple crisp to cool completely before storing. Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap, aluminum foil or transfer it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Remember, the texture of the crumble topping may soften a little when refrigerated, but it will still taste amazing.
• Reheating – When you’re ready to enjoy it again, it’s easy to reheat the apple crisp in the oven at
  350°F for about 10-15 minutes or until warmed through. You can also reheat individual servings in the microwave.
• Freezer – You can freeze leftovers for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge and reheat in the oven prior to serving.

More Apple Dessert Recipes to Make

• Make dessert in your slow cooker with this Crockpot Apple Dump Cake.
• Treat the family to my Apple Pie Biscuits.
• Apple Cider Glazed Doughnuts melt in your mouth.
• Southern Fried Apples can be served at any meal as a side dish or a dessert.
• This Praline Apple Bread is a fan favorite.
• Drizzle a stack of Apple Pancakes with maple syrup.
• Caramel Apple Poke Cake is filled with fall flavor.
• Start your morning with a slice of Apple Strudel and a cuppa joe.
• Crispy glazed Apple Fritters are a personal favorite. They’re SO good!
• Peanut Butter Apple Dip from Amanda’s Cookin.

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Helpful Kitchen Items:

• Baking Dish
• Measuring Set
• Mixing Bowls
• Apple Corer