Best Apple Crisp with Cinnamon Oat Topping
A comforting dessert featuring tart apples topped with a crunchy cinnamon oat topping, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- mixing bowls
- measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- oven
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.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and salt. Toss until apples are well coated.
- Transfer the apple mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour melted butter into the oat mixture and stir until crumbly.
- Evenly sprinkle the oat topping over the apple filling in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the apples are bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
- 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.