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A close-up shot of a serving of apple crisp plated with a scoop of melting vanilla ice cream on top. A caramel drizzle cascades over the dessert, adding an extra layer of sweetness and indulgence.

Apple Crisp Recipe

Warm, spiced apples topped with a buttery, golden oat crumble—this classic apple crisp is the perfect comfort dessert. Simple ingredients, easy steps, and rich flavors make it an all-time favorite!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 370
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Filling:
  • 6 medium Granny Smith apples - peeled cored and sliced
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Topping:
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup quick-cooking oats
  • ½ cup unsalted butter diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Peeler and corer
  • Mixing bowls
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Pastry cutter or fork (for mixing topping)
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss peeled and sliced apples with white sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then spread them evenly in the dish.
    An overhead shot of a mixing bowl filled with freshly peeled, cored, and sliced Granny Smith apples. The apples are coated with white sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, giving them a glossy, spiced appearance, ready to be baked into the crisp.
  3. In another bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, oats, and cinnamon. Add cold diced butter and mix with a pastry cutter or fork until crumbly.
    A close-up shot of a large 9×13-inch baking dish with the apple filling spread evenly inside. The apple slices are neatly layered, creating a uniform base for the crisp topping.
  4. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples.
    A close-up shot of hands generously sprinkling the buttery crumble topping over the apple filling. The texture is chunky and crisp, creating a perfect contrast against the spiced apples beneath.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling.
    A mid-range shot of the apple crisp inside a hot oven. The crumble topping is turning golden brown, and the apple filling is bubbling around the edges. The warm glow from the oven adds a cozy, homemade feel.
  6. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel drizzle for extra indulgence.
  8. Enjoy and store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
    A close-up shot of a serving of apple crisp plated with a scoop of melting vanilla ice cream on top. A caramel drizzle cascades over the dessert, adding an extra layer of sweetness and indulgence.