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Ultimate Apple Crisp Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 45-55 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings

Description

The Ultimate Apple Crisp is a classic fall dessert featuring tender, sweet apples layered with a buttery, crunchy oat topping. This comforting dish combines Fuji or Granny Smith apples with warm spices and a golden crisp made from flour, oats, and cold butter. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s perfect served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat any night of the week.

Ingredients

For the Apples

  • 2 pounds Fuji or Granny Smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Crisp Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup rolled oats (not instant)
  • 1/2 pound cold unsalted butter, diced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and allow it to preheat fully to ensure even baking.
  2. Prepare the apple filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peeled and thinly sliced apples with orange juice, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss gently to coat the apples evenly with the sugar and spices.
  3. Make the crisp topping: In a separate bowl, mash together the flour, 3/4 cup sugar, 3/4 cup light brown sugar, kosher salt, rolled oats, and diced cold unsalted butter. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Assemble the dish: Transfer the apple mixture into an 8×8-inch baking pan, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the prepared crisp topping evenly over the apples.
  5. Bake the crisp: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy, and the apples are bubbly and tender.
  6. Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. This dessert is delicious served warm, especially topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

  • Use firm apples like Fuji or Granny Smith for the best texture and tartness balance.
  • Ensure the butter is cold to achieve a crumbly, crisp topping.
  • The crisp topping can be made in advance and refrigerated until ready to use.
  • Adjust the sugar in the apple mixture to taste depending on how sweet your apples are.
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of cardamom or cloves to the apple mixture.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/ultimate-apple-crisp-recipe/