Easy Homemade Apple Crisp: Cozy Fall Dessert Recipe

Classic Apple Crisp: A Fall Dessert Favorite

Nothing says fall like a warm apple crisp fresh from the oven. This apple crisp recipe bakes a layer of sliced apples with a deliciously crunchy brown sugar and oat topping for a comforting fall dessert.

Ingredients for Perfect Apple Crisp

• 10 cups all-purpose apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup packed brown sugar
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted cold butter, cubed
• Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Step-by-Step Instructions to Bake Apple Crisp

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch until evenly coated. Set aside.
3. In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work in the cold butter until the mixture forms pea-sized clumps.
4. Spread the apple mixture in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples.
5. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling around the edges.
6. Let the apple crisp cool for 10 minutes before serving. Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.

Tips for the Best Apple Crisp

• Apple varieties: Use a mix of tart and sweet apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp for depth of flavor.
• Make ahead: Prepare the topping and fruit mixture a day in advance, then assemble just before baking.
• Spice it up: Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger for extra warmth.
• Crunch factor: Stir in chopped nuts or coconut flakes into the topping for more texture.

Nutrition Information

• Calories: 316 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 61 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 44 g
• Protein: 2 g
• Fat: 8 g (Saturated 5 g)
• Sodium: 98 mg

Enjoy a cozy slice of apple crisp with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce. Serve this homemade apple crisp to family and friends for a taste of cozy autumn flavors.

Recipe credit: Allrecipes