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Apple Crisp with Cinnamon Oat

Best Apple Crisp with Cinnamon Oat Topping

A comforting dessert featuring tart apples topped with a crunchy cinnamon oat topping, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 6 cups Apples, peeled, cored, and sliced Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar Enhances the natural sweetness of the apples.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Brightens the flavor of the apples.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adds warmth and flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
Topping Ingredients
  • 1 cup Rolled oats Provides a hearty crunch.
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Creates a crumbly texture.
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar, packed Adds a rich, caramel-like flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Enhances the topping flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness in the topping.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, melted Binds the topping ingredients together.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and salt. Toss until apples are well coated.
  3. Transfer the apple mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  5. Pour melted butter into the oat mixture and stir until crumbly.
  6. Evenly sprinkle the oat topping over the apple filling in the baking dish.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the apples are bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

This apple crisp is versatile; feel free to add nuts or dried fruits to the topping for extra flavor and texture.